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Animal Science

Lead the Herd

At Ƶ, Animal Science is a hands-on experience. As a concentration within the Agricultural Business degree, this program gives students the opportunity to work directly with cattle and swine on ATU’s 300+ acre working farm. From livestock health and nutrition to breeding and management practices, students gain real-world knowledge in animal science while building a strong foundation in agricultural business. Whether you want to manage a herd, enter animal health industries, or support sustainable livestock production, this degree is designed to prepare you for a career where agriculture and animal care meet.

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Shaping The Future Of Agriculture With AI

ATU students in the MANRRS organization are using Gardyn, an AI-powered indoor growing system, to grow vegetables with 95% less water. The project is expanding into K–12 classrooms across Arkansas to grow food for children and inspire future ag leaders. See how ATU students are leading the way with agricultural innovation.

Academic Information

Degree Map

Use the degree map to guide your academic journey. From foundational sciences to advanced animal health and business courses, it ensures you stay on track and build the prerequisites and expertise needed for careers in livestock production, research, or industry in just four academic years.

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Academic Catalog

Explore the academic catalog to access full course descriptions, core and elective details, and tracks through animal science and ag business. From genetics and animal nutrition to farm management and economics, it outlines every course and requirement you’ll need to pursue your goals.

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Stats You Can Wrangle

$79,120

average annual wage for animal scientists in 2024 (U.S. Bureau of Labor and Statistics)

100%

hands-on learning opportunities with animals on the university’s 300+ acre working farm

8%

job growth for animal scientists by 2030 (U.S. Bureau of Labor and Statistics)

 

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You could work as a(n):

  • Animal Pharmaceutical Sales
  • Field Production Technician
  • Poultry Production Manager
  • Swine Production Manager

Alumni of our program work at:

  • ConAgra
  • JBS
  • OK Foods
  • Tyson Foods

Credentials that stack with this degree:

Day In The Life: Ƶ Farm

Ever wonder what a day on the ATU farm looks like? From feeding livestock to managing pastures, this behind-the-scenes video highlights a typical day working with our cattle and swine herds on ATU’s 300+ acre farm. Meet the animals, hear from our staff, and see how hands-on your Animal Science experience can be.

Learn From The Best

Syed
Meerza
Department Head & Assistant Professor of Agriculture View Profile >
Justin
Killingsworth
Associate Professor of Agriculture View Profile >
Molly
Brant
Associate Professor of Agriculture View Profile >
Tatum
Simms
Assistant Professor of Agriculture View Profile >
Crystal
Ahrens Rouillier
Assistant Professor or Animal Science View Profile >