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Areas of Study

Agriculture and Natural Resources

About This Area of Study

This broad area of study includes education focusing on animal and plant farming, veterinary medicine and related sciences. Other available programs focus on protecting the planet through the study of natural resources and conservation.

What You Can Expect to Do

Have a passion for helping animals, or natural resources and conservation? Someone who has studied agriculture and natural resources can pursue employment in the following fields and more.

Types of Programs

  • Agriculture
  • Animal Science
  • Horticulture
  • Fishing and Fisheries Sciences
  • Food Science and Technology
  • Forestry
  • Natural Resources and Conservation
  • Plant Science
  • Veterinary Programs
  • Wildlife and Wildlands Science
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Making School More Affordable With the Military

We get it: It seems like college is more expensive every year. The good news is there are ways to make it more affordable, including serving for a set period in the Military, which can cover up to 100% of the cost through its generous Tuition Assistance programs. Oh, and you don’t have to put your schooling on hold to do it.

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Related Occupations

Health Science

Medical and Health Services Managers

Plan, direct, or coordinate medical and health services in hospitals, clinics, managed care organizations, public health agencies, or similar organizations.

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Median Salary

110,680

Job Outlook

+29%
Health Science

Veterinarians

Diagnose, treat, or research diseases and injuries of animals. Includes veterinarians who conduct research and development, inspect livestock, or care for pets and companion animals.

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Median Salary

119,100

Job Outlook

+19%
Health Science

Veterinary Technologists and Technicians

Perform medical tests in a laboratory environment for use in the treatment and diagnosis of diseases in animals. Prepare vaccines and serums for prevention of diseases. Prepare tissue samples, take blood samples, and execute laboratory tests, such as urinalysis and blood counts. Clean and sterilize instruments and materials and maintain equipment and machines. May assist a veterinarian during surgery.

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Median Salary

43,740

Job Outlook

+19%
Health Science

Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers

Feed, water, and examine pets and other nonfarm animals for signs of illness, disease, or injury in laboratories and animal hospitals and clinics. Clean and disinfect cages and work areas, and sterilize laboratory and surgical equipment. May provide routine postoperative care, administer medication orally or topically, or prepare samples for laboratory examination under the supervision of veterinary or laboratory animal technologists or technicians, veterinarians, or scientists.

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Median Salary

36,440

Job Outlook

+19%
Hospitality and Tourism

Animal Trainers

Train animals for riding, harness, security, performance, or obedience, or for assisting persons with disabilities. Accustom animals to human voice and contact, and condition animals to respond to commands. Train animals according to prescribed standards for show or competition. May train animals to carry pack loads or work as part of pack team.

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Median Salary

38,810

Job Outlook

+15%
Agriculture, Food and Natural Resources

Animal Caretakers

Feed, water, groom, bathe, exercise, or otherwise provide care to promote and maintain the well-being of pets and other animals that are not raised for consumption, such as dogs, cats, race horses, ornamental fish or birds, zoo animals, and mice. Work in settings such as kennels, animal shelters, zoos, circuses, and aquariums. May keep records of feedings, treatments, and animals received or discharged. May clean, disinfect, and repair cages, pens, or fish tanks.

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Median Salary

31,200

Job Outlook

+15%
Business Management and Administration

Entertainment and Recreation Managers, Except Gambling

Plan, direct, or coordinate entertainment and recreational activities and operations of a recreational facility, including cruise ships and parks.

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Median Salary

73,460

Job Outlook

+11%
Agriculture, Food and Natural Resources

Farm Equipment Mechanics and Service Technicians

Diagnose, adjust, repair, or overhaul farm machinery and vehicles, such as tractors, harvesters, dairy equipment, and irrigation systems.

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Median Salary

49,210

Job Outlook

+9%
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Schools That Offer This Area of Study

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Southern New Hampshire University

Manchester, NH

Tuition

16,450

Students

251,081

School Type

Private, not-for-profit, 4-year or above

Size & Setting

Midsize | Suburb

Ivy Tech Community College

Indianapolis, IN

Tuition

9,465

Students

164,377

School Type

Public, 2-year

Size & Setting

Large | Urban

Grand Canyon University

Phoenix, AZ

Tuition

17,263

Students

159,769

School Type

Private, for-profit, 4-year or above

Size & Setting

Large | Urban

University of Phoenix-Arizona

Phoenix, AZ

Tuition

9,552

Students

144,109

School Type

Private, for-profit, 4-year or above

Size & Setting

Large | Urban

Lone Star College System

The Woodlands, TX

Tuition

6,960

Students

103,845

School Type

Public, 4-year or above

Size & Setting

Medium | Urban

Dallas College

Dallas, TX

Tuition

6,000

Students

99,774

School Type

Public, 4-year or above

Size & Setting

Large | Urban

American Public University System

Charles Town, WV

Tuition

8,400

Students

95,970

School Type

Private, for-profit, 4-year or above

Size & Setting

Fringe | Town

Arizona State University Digital Immersion

Scottsdale, AZ

Tuition

13,625

Students

91,028

School Type

Public, 4-year or above

Size & Setting

Medium | Urban
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