by our College Data Analytics TeamHere, you'll find out more about the major, including such details as the number of graduates, what degree levels are offered, ethnicity of students, and more. Also, learn how UMCP ranks among other schools offering degrees in agriculture.
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In College Factual's most recent rankings for the best schools for agriculture majors, UMCP came in at #3. This puts it in the top 5% of the country in this field of study. It is also ranked #1 in Maryland.
| Ranking Type | Rank |
|---|---|
| Best General Agriculture Schools | 3 |
| Best General Agriculture Bachelor’s Degree Schools | 3 |
During the 2021-2022 academic year, University of Maryland - College Park handed out 22 bachelor's degrees in general agriculture. Last year, the same number of degrees were handed out.
In 2022-2023, the average part-time undergraduate tuition at UMCP was $1,613 per credit hour for out-of-state students. The average for in-state students was $412 per credit hour. The following table shows the average full-time tuition and fees for undergraduates.
| In State | Out of State | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $9,889 | $38,690 |
| Fees | $1,616 | $1,616 |
| Books and Supplies | $1,250 | $1,250 |
| On Campus Room and Board | $15,416 | $15,416 |
| On Campus Other Expenses | $2,714 | $2,714 |
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In the 2021-2022 academic year, 22 students earned a bachelor's degree in agriculture from UMCP. About 50% of these graduates were women and the other 50% were men.
The majority of the students with this major are white. About 59% of 2022 graduates were in this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from University of Maryland - College Park with a bachelor's in agriculture.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 1 |
| Black or African American | 1 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 5 |
| White | 13 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 0 |
| Other Races | 2 |
Online degrees for the UMCP agriculture bachelor’s degree program are not available at this time. To see if the school offers distance learning options in other areas, visit the UMCP Online Learning page.
Take a look at the following statistics related to the make-up of the agriculture majors at University of Maryland - College Park.
| Related Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Animal Science | 75 |
| Food Science Technology | 51 |
| Agricultural Economics & Business | 39 |
| Veterinary Medicine | 26 |
| Plant Sciences | 14 |
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