The Department of Plant and Soil Sciences offers programs of course work and research leading to the Master of Agriculture in the emphasis area of plant and soil sciences and the Master of Science degree in plant and soil sciences.

The Doctor of Philosophy degree can be attained in crop science, environmental science, plant science, and soil science. Specific programs are available in the areas of plant breeding and molecular biology, biotechnology, cytogenetics, forage management, weed science, crop physiology, soil morphology and genesis, soil microbiology, soil fertility and plant nutrition, soil physics, soil-water management, soil chemistry, and waste management. Applicants should indicate their specific area of interest upon application.

The graduate programs of the Department of Plant and Soil Sciences prepare individuals for successful careers in a variety of areas, including farming and ranching, extension education, agricultural business, research, teaching, environmental sciences, waste management, and all aspects of crop production.

Prerequisites Admission to the graduate program requires a B.S. degree in plant and soil sciences, agronomy or a closely related field. Applicants should have completed basic courses in plant and soil sciences, agronomy, biology, chemistry and mathematics required of undergraduate majors. Deficiencies in fundamental course requirements will be met by the student with the direction of the student's advisory committee. Applicants must be accepted by an adviser in the department prior to official admission.