Graduate Program: Agricultural Education (MS) - Professional Agriculture

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Program/Degree
Agricultural Education (MS) - Professional Agriculture 
Program Description

The Master of Science - Professional Agriculture emphasis degree program is designed for working professionals in agriculture who desire to obtain a master's degree.  The degree can be tailored to meet the needs of the candidate and may be obtained via distance education and online coursework.  Students are encouraged to pursue a relevant graduate certificate as part of their degree program.

 
Department/Academic Unit(s)

Agricultural Education -

The Department of Agricultural Education contributes to the College of Agriculture and Life Sciences' unique functional role as a leader in the University's land-grant mission by providing an array of programs in formal undergraduate and graduate instruction, research, and service to enable the people of Arizona, the nation, and beyond to improve the quality of their lives.  The primary mission of Agricultural Education is serving a diverse population through teaching, application, integration, and discovery in agriculture, education, and applied science and technology leading to successful careers in agricultural education and related businesses and industries.

 
College
College of Agriculture & Life Sciences  
Campuses where offered
Main Campus - Tucson UA Online  
Contacts
Admissions Contact
Ericka Ruby Encinas
520-621-1523
Graduate Program Coordinator
Ericka Ruby Encinas
520-621-1523
Director of Graduate Studies
Matthew M Mars
520-626-8201
Graduate College Degree Counselor
Christina M Inocencio
520-621-3484
 
Tuition and Fees
Please refer to the UA Bursar's Office Tuition and Fees Calculator for up-to-date information about tuition and fees. 
Please refer to the UA Registrar's's Office Special Course Fees for up-to-date information about special course fees. 

Admissions Information

Admissions Requirements
  1. Statement of Purpose
  2. Resume/CV
  3. Letters of recommendation
  4. Unofficial transcripts
Requirements include:
3.0 GPA
Bachelor's degree
 
Standardized Tests
Minimum TOEFL: 550 (paper-based); 79 (internet based)
Minimum IELTS: 7
 
Financial Aid

Contact the department.

 
Admissions Deadlines

Domestic Applicants:

  • Fall: June 1
  • Spring: October 1
  • Summer: May 1

International Applicants:

  • Fall: February 1
  • Spring: August 1
  • Summer: February 1
 
International Conditional Admission
International applicants will not be considered for conditional admission by this program.
Other Information
The GRE Institution Code for The University of Arizona is 4832
ETS Major Field Code(s) for this program: 3908

Degree Specifics

Degree Requirements
Minimum credits: 30
Core coursework:
A ED 617: Research, methods & project design
AGTM 522: Communicating knowledge in agriculture and the life sciences
AGTM 532: Technology management
 
9 units of a relevant focus area (a graduate certificate is encouraged)
 
A cumulative project is a requirement for this degree program.
 
 
Minor Requirements
The Academic Unit has not provided this information. 
Student Handbook
http://aed.cals.arizona.edu/academics/grads  
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Last revised 15 Sep 2015