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About Agriculture, General

A program that focuses on the general principles and practice of agricultural research and production and that may prepare individuals to apply this knowledge to the solution of practical agricultural problems. Includes instruction in basic animal, plant, and soil science; animal husbandry and plant cultivation; soil conservation; and agricultural operations such as farming, ranching, and agricultural business.

Of the 21 Agriculture, General degrees granted each year at the Award of at least 1 but less than 2 academic years level, 43% percent of whom are men and the other 57% percent are women. Did you know that Illinois has more students graduating with a degree in Agriculture, General than any other state in the US? In fact, Illinois granted 7 degrees last year! The average starting salary for an undergraduate degree in Agriculture, General is $40,800.

Popularity of Agriculture, General Degrees in the U.S.
This heat map represents the states that have the highest percent of Agriculture, General degrees compared to all other degrees awarded in that state.
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Careers

The highest paying jobs for Agriculture, General majors include Medical and Health Services Managers, Farmers, Ranchers, and Other Agricultural Managers and Aircraft Mechanics and Service Technicians. But, another thing to consider is how many job openings there currently is. Careers that are in high need that a degree in Agriculture, General can prepare you for are Receptionists and Information Clerks, First-Line Supervisors of Office and Administrative Support Workers and First-Line Supervisors of Retail Sales Workers.

Top Paying Careers

These are the highest paying careers for Agriculture, General majors.

Most In-Demand Careers

These are the careers in highest demand for Agriculture, General majors.

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Student Demographics

Total Students
21
Female Students
12 (57%)
Male Students
9 (42%)
White (17, 81%)
Hispanic or Latino (2, 10%)
American Indian or Alaska Native (1, 5%)
Race/ethnicity unknown (1, 5%)
Asian (0, <1%)
Black or African American (0, <1%)
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander (0, <1%)
Two or more races (0, <1%)
U.S. Nonresident (0, <1%)

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