B.S. in Agricultural Education

The Tarleton State University Bachelor of Science in Agricultural Education (Ag Ed) is nationally known for producing high-quality secondary agriculture teachers and FFA advisors. Ag Ed majors take classes and laboratories in the technical agriculture fields of animal science, plant science/horticulture, agricultural economics, agricultural mechanics, and professional development in agricultural education. The 4-year degree culminates in a 13-week student teaching experience where preservice teachers apply the skills and knowledge learned in the secondary settings of classroom, laboratory, FFA, and Supervised Agricultural Experiences (SAE). Within 3 months of graduation, over 98% are hired in the profession or are admitted to graduate school. Further, program completers have multiple opportunities outside of the high school classroom. Nationwide, Ag Ed graduates have opportunities in the Cooperative Extension Service/4-H, agricultural industries, other positions within the public schools, agricultural sales, as well as in the community college system. The Tarleton State University Bachelor of Science in Agricultural Education can open doors wide … to wide-open opportunities.