Credential(s) Offered
Bachelor's degree and above
Method of Delivery
Hybrid or blended
When offered
Daytime Hours, Evening Hours
Instructional Program (CIP)
Description
The Bachelor of Science in Sustainable Agriculture, offered by the School of Food and Agriculture, is built upon fundamental knowledge of ecological and biological systems as applied to agricultural production.
The program is designed for students interested in working in the growing field of ecologically-based agriculture in areas of production, research and education.
The BS degree in Sustainable Agriculture can also be used as preparation for postgraduate study in a variety of disciplines.
The Sustainable Agriculture degree program emphasizes: how to build soil health and fertility through rotations, multiple cropping and nutrient recycling; how to protect water quality and human health by decreasing the need to use synthetic agrochemicals; how to manage crop pests and livestock diseases with integrated, ecologically sound strategies; how to create a profitable, diversified agriculture that is stable through market and weather fluctuations.
Details
Hours
120
Entrance Requirements
High School Diploma or Equivalent
School
WIOA Approved Program
Yes
Training Location(s)
University of Maine
Local WIB
1 - Northeastern Workforce Board
Type of financial aid offered or have access to
Grant, Scholarship, Work-Study, Loan
Refund Policy
Is the proposed curriculum currently certified by an accrediting agency or similar national standardization program?
No
Is this proposed curriculum considered a nontraditional program of training services for women?
No
Is this proposed curriculum considered a nontraditional program of training services for men?
No
Cost Items
Books (Estimated)
$1,000.00
In-State Tuition
$9,240.00
Other Fees
$11,286.00 Room & Board
Out-of-State/District Tuition
$30,030.00
Registration Fee
$2,504.00
Total In-State Program Cost
$24,030.00
Total Out-of-State Program Cost
$44,820.00
