Bachelor of Science in Animal Science
Feed your desire to help people and animals.
As our population grows, so does the need for agricultural and livestock experts. Prepare for a career in farm or ranch management or food production, or lay the foundation for veterinary school in the animal science program at ACU. Gain further scientific and practical experience as you focus your studies in one of our concentrations.
Read how Dr. Jennifer Grimes ('03) helps animals every day.
Read MoreWhat can you do after graduation?
- Food Product Development
- Animal Nutritionist
- Animal Welfare Specialist
- Livestock Manager
- Research Farm Manager
- Veterinary Technician
- Public Relations
- Laboratory Animal Manager
- Inspector
Experiential Learning Opportunities
Students in the Agricultural & Environmental Sciences Department at ACU learn outside the classroom through involvement in mission trips, service-learning, internships and a number of pre-professional organizations, including:
- Alpha Epsilon Sigma pre-professional club
- Block & Bridle Club
- Delta Tau Alpha National Agricultural Honor Society
- Agricultural Consortium of Texas (ACT)
- North American Colleges and Teachers of Agriculture (NACTA)
Degree Details
Animal Science (BS)
Tracks
Biotechnology and Research
Livestock Management
Pre-Veterinary Medicine and Health
Animal Industry and Business
Required Hours
*Based on track selection
University Requirements: 56 credit hours + Major Requirements: 64-66 credit hours (Choice of 4 tracks) + Electives: 6-8 credit hours = Total Required: 128 credit hours*
Example Coursework
Companion Animal Management
Animal Nutrition
Genetics
Wildlife Ecology
Department
Agricultural and Environmental Sciences
Application Deadlines
Regular: February 1st
National Candidates: May 1st
Early Action: November 1st
