Animal Sciences

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96.6%

of animal sciences students from 2019-2021 employed or enrolled in graduate school within six months of graduation

Animal sciences focuses on whole-animal biology, applying the latest in genetics, computational biology, physiology, nutrition and meat science to livestock production, animal health and human nutrition through cutting-edge research and direct application of new knowledge.

CAREER POSSIBILITIES

  • Researcher
  • Veterinarian
  • Animal Nutritionist
  • Equine Breeding Manager
  • Zookeeper

CLASSES YOU MIGHT TAKE

  • Monogastric or Ruminant Nutrition
  • Applied Livestock Genetics
  • Physiology of Reproduction
  • Principles of Meat Science
  • Equine Facility Management & Marketing

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SIGNATURE EXPERIENCE

One of the many unique experiences available for animal sciences students are signature study abroad programs. Learn about animal production in China, wildlife in Australia, horses in Scotland and grazing animals in Ireland.

INTERNSHIPS & EMPLOYMENT

Sinclair Research Center • USDA • Cactus Family Farms • Elanco • Cattle Visions • Kentucky Equine Management • Missouri Wildlife Rescue Center • Gardiner Angus Ranch • Saint Louis Zoo • Dunn Ranch • Missouri Department of Agriculture • Cargill • Kynetec • Missouri Pork Association • Smithfield • Roaming Pastures Dairy