Animal Science Transfer Major

Agriculture and Animal Sciences
Liberal Arts and Transfer
Award
Associate of Science
Credits
60
Locations
Calmar, Online
Entry
Fall, Spring, Summer
Time to Complete
24 Months
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The animal science field focuses on the science and business of producing domestic livestock species, including but not limited to beef or dairy cattle, horses, poultry, sheep and swine. You will study foods of animal origin, such as beef and dairy foods, and the proper nutrition, care and welfare of livestock. The on-site Iowa's Dairy Center and Beef Education Center provide herd environment experience and prepare you for more advanced education and training in the field.

You will graduate prepared to transfer to a bachelor's degree program in animal science or a specialized focus area, knowing strategies that improve the efficiency, sustainability and profitability of livestock operations, all skills that will advance your career locally or on the family farm. Agreements established with four-year colleges ensure your credits transfer.

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Paying for the Program

Tuition and Fees

$13,788*

Out-of-State Tuition and Fees

$15,768*
* Approximate cost. Amount reflects the estimated tuition and student fees based on rates at the time of publication. These rates do not include additional expenses (books, tools, supplies, living expenses, licensures, remedial or pre-requisite coursework or partnership tuition and fees, etc.) related to your NICC education. Rates are subject to change.

Financial Aid & Tuition Assistance

There are many options available for tuition savings. Credit programs may have opportunities for Financial Aid eligibility, while non-credit programs have separate tuition savings available on a per-program basis.

NICC Scholarship Eligible

Any student enrolled in this program is eligible for NICC scholarships. The NICC Foundation offers a wide range of scholarship award amounts and all students are encouraged to apply.

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Enrollment Process

  1. Apply for admission.
  2. Submit official high school, high school equivalency and/or college transcripts to the Admissions Office of the campus you plan to attend.
  3. Complete ACCUPLACER® reading and writing assessment and ALEKS® math assessment for course placement. Assessments may be waived based on previous college coursework or submission of valid ACT®, or SAT® test scores. Reading and writing scores are valid for three years, and math scores are valid for two years. 

Program Information

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Transfer Information

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Northeast Iowa Community College maintains formal transfer agreements with the institutions listed below.  If you plan to transfer to a four-year college, you should consult with your NICC advisor and an advisor at the four-year institution you intend to transfer with any questions or to select courses that satisfy the requirements of that institution.

Program Contacts

Dave Lawstuen
David Lawstuen
Agriculture Instructor
  • lawstuend@nicc.edu
  • 844.642.2338, ext. 8112
  • Calmar