About the course

Crop and Soil Science encompasses everything from soils to seeds: natural systems, field crop agriculture, rural and urban economies, and natural resource management. Through a diverse set of course offerings, and collaboration between the public and private sectors, Crop and Soil Science students develop the knowledge and skills to improve the future of farming and natural resource systems in Oregon and beyond. The program focuses on topics related to safe, stable food systems, promoting sustainable practices in agriculture, and understanding and protecting our water and soil resources. The major has three options: Soil Science, Agronomy or Plant Breeding, Genetics & Genomics.

　　The Soil Science option provides students with a solid understanding of the physical, chemical, and biological properties of this essential natural resource. Soil science students explore issues including water quality and management, organic crop production, erosion and sedimentation, land use and reclamation, and soil health and sustainability. Soil science professionals solve real-world, sustainable living problems in urban, agricultural, forest, rangeland, and other natural systems.

　　Students in the Agronomy option gain the knowledge and skills necessary to be active contributors in producing food, feed, fiber, and energy crops for our world. Agronomic professionals have the expertise to utilize the potentials of a given production system and to choose plant materials and crop production practices that optimize production while minimizing environmental impact, which requires in-depth knowledge of plants, plant genetics, plant pests, soils, soil fertility, production equipment, economics, and politics to be successful. Scholarships - View all scholarships Internships

　　

Start dates and prices

Course fees are indicative and should be used as a guide. Speak to a counsellor to get an accurate price.

　　Duration: 8 Semester(s)Fees: Not available

Intake	Location
Winter (January), 2021	Corvallis
Winter (January), 2024	Corvallis
Spring (April), 2024	Corvallis
Summer (June), 2024	Corvallis
Fall (September), 2024	Corvallis
Winter (January), 2025	Corvallis
Spring (April), 2025	Corvallis
Summer (June), 2025	Corvallis
Fall (September), 2025	Corvallis
Winter (January), 2026	Corvallis
Spring (April), 2026	Corvallis
Summer (June), 2026	Corvallis

　　

How to apply

Entry requirements for Oregon State University - INTO USA

High school diploma. 3.0 GPA. TOEFL -80 iBT (16 subscores). 6.5 IELTS.

　　

English language requirements

　　6.0

　　Overall IELTS band score

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　　TOEFL Internet based overall score: 70.0

　　

Application deadline:

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Further information

Career outcomesIf you aren’t eligible for the above entry requirements, you might want to explore pathway options at Oregon State University - INTO USA. If you want to find out more, please speak to our counsellors.

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