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Institution | Scaled Score | Acceptance Rate | Annual Degrees Awarded | SAT Score | Est. Net Price * | Median Starting Salary | Save | |
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![]() North Carolina State University at Raleigh Raleigh, NC Each year, North Carolina State University at Raleigh grants about 841...view more | 100 | 40% | 9 | 1,310 - 1,450 | $14,860 | $52,971 | ||
![]() University of Georgia Athens, GA At the University of Georgia, the most popular majors students pursue are...view more | 85 | 37% | 5 | 1,180 - 1,410 | $16,303 | $53,834 | ||
![]() University of Arkansas Fayetteville, AR Annually, the University of Arkansas grants about 330 degrees to students...view more | 79 | 72% | 4 | 1,080 - 1,290 | $17,475 | $54,740 | ||
![]() Texas A&M University-College Station College Station, TX At Texas A&M University-College Station, the three most popular college...view more | 71 | 63% | 5 | 1,160 - 1,390 | $21,610 | $52,745 |
*The estimated net prices above are College Raptor’s estimate. Please contact the college financial aid office for actual net cost figures.
A program that focuses on the application of biological and chemical principles to the production and management of poultry animals and the production and handling of poultry products. Includes instruction in avian sciences, nutrition sciences, food science and technology, biochemistry, hatchery design, and related aspects of human and animal health and safety.
Students who are passionate about Poultry Science can study up to a Masters degree. Currently, 200 students are granted some level of degree in Poultry Science around the US each year. More students graduate with a degree in Poultry Science in North Carolina than any other state. The average starting salary for a graduate with a bachelor's degree in Poultry Science is $35,800.
The highest paying job for Poultry Science majors is Agricultural Sciences Teachers, Postsecondary. However, something else to think about is how much demand there is for specific positions. A job that is in high need that a degree in Poultry Science can prepare you for is Farm and Home Management Educators.
These are the highest paying careers for Poultry Science majors.
Career | Median Salary | Average Annual Job Openings | Employment 2022 | Employment 2032 | % Change | |
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Agricultural Sciences Teachers, Postsecondary | $85,260 | 251 | 3,171 | 3,297 | 4% | |
Animal Scientists | $70,140 | 50 | 705 | 730 | 4% | |
Farm and Home Management Educators | $59,770 | 360 | 4,374 | 4,284 | -2% |
These are the careers in highest demand for Poultry Science majors.
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