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 UMass Amherst ranks among other schools offering degrees in horticulture.
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In College Factual's most recent rankings for the best schools for horticulture majors, UMass Amherst came in at #2. This puts it in the top 5% of the country in this field of study. It is also ranked #1 in Massachusetts.
| Ranking Type | Rank |
|---|---|
| Best Horticulture Associate Degree Schools | 1 |
| Best Horticulture Schools | 2 |
During the 2021-2022 academic year, University of Massachusetts Amherst handed out 7 bachelor's degrees in horticulture. This is an increase of 17% over the previous year when 6 degrees were handed out.
During the 2022-2023 academic year, part-time undergraduate students at UMass Amherst paid an average of $1,605 per credit hour if they came to the school from out-of-state. In-state students paid a discounted rate of $691 per credit hour. The average full-time tuition and fees for undergraduates are shown in the table below.
| In State | Out of State | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $16,591 | $38,527 |
| Fees | $766 | $766 |
| Books and Supplies | $1,000 | $1,000 |
| On Campus Room and Board | $14,869 | $14,869 |
| On Campus Other Expenses | $1,440 | $1,440 |
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All of the 7 students who graduated with a Bachelor’s in horticulture from UMass Amherst in 2022 were men.
The majority of the students with this major are white. About 86% of 2022 graduates were in this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from University of Massachusetts Amherst with a bachelor's in horticulture.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 1 |
| Black or African American | 0 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 0 |
| White | 6 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 0 |
| Other Races | 0 |
UMass Amherst does not offer an online option for its horticulture bachelor’s degree program at this time. To see if the school offers distance learning options in other areas, visit the UMass Amherst Online Learning page.
Of the 13 students who earned an associate's degree in Horticulture from UMass Amherst in 2021-2022, 77% were men and 23% were women.
The majority of the students with this major are white. About 77% of 2022 graduates were in this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from University of Massachusetts Amherst with a associate's in horticulture.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 0 |
| Black or African American | 1 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 2 |
| White | 10 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 0 |
| Other Races | 0 |
Take a look at the following statistics related to the make-up of the horticulture majors at University of Massachusetts Amherst.
| Related Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Agriculture/Veterinary Preparatory Programs | 82 |
| Agricultural Production | 61 |
| Food Science Technology | 37 |
| Animal Science | 26 |
| Plant Sciences | 16 |
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