Animal Science at California State University-Chico
What traits are you looking for in a school for Animal Science, you may want to check out the program at California State University-Chico. Get started with the following essential facts.
California State University-Chico is located in Chico, CA.
During the most recent reporting year, 79 animal science degrees were awarded at California State University-Chico.
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Online Class Availability at California State University-Chico
Online coursework is an option at California State University-Chico. Of 15,257 students, 2,599 (17%) studied exclusively online and 8,894 (58%) took at least some classes online.
Animal Science Rankings at California State University-Chico
Use these rankings to compare California State University-Chico’s Animal Science program to other colleges that offer this major.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | California | #3 of 5 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | California | #5 of 5 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Far Western (Region) | #5 of 8 |
| Best Value | Far Western (Region) | #5 of 8 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #15 of 90 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #27 of 90 |
Earnings for Animal Science Graduates from California State University-Chico
Students who complete California State University-Chico’s Animal Science program report the following median earnings (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $31,307 |
| 2 years | $29,374 |
| 3 years | $35,396 |
| 4 years | $44,947 |
| 5 years | $56,684 |
Is this above or below average for the school? At the four-year mark, Animal Science graduates from California State University-Chico take home a median $44,947, compared with $57,793 for all California State University-Chico graduates — about 22% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
The median debt for Animal Science graduates from California State University-Chico comes in at $17,334.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Take a look at the student demographics for Animal Science graduates at California State University-Chico, by degree type.
Program-wide, Animal Science graduates at California State University-Chico are 78% women (62) and 22% men (17).
Animal Science Bachelor’s Program at California State University-Chico
Of the 79 bachelor’s animal science graduates at California State University-Chico, 78% were women (62) and 22% were men (17).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Animal Science bachelor’s degree recipients at California State University-Chico.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 21 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 42 |
| Black / African American | 3 |
| Asian | 4 |
| Two or More Races | 5 |
| International (Nonresident) | 1 |
| Unknown | 3 |
Minority students account for 68% of Animal Science bachelor’s degree recipients at California State University-Chico, higher than the national average of 31%.*
*The racial-ethnic minorities figure is the total number of graduates minus White, international (nonresident), and unknown-race graduates.
More Specific Animal Science Concentrations at California State University-Chico
The Animal Science program at California State University-Chico offers more specialized concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| General Animal Sciences | 79 |
Highest-Paying Careers for Animal Science Graduates
Those who complete Animal Science program at California State University-Chico work across a variety of fields. Below are the top-paying careers for Animal Science majors, ordered by median annual salary:
| Occupation | Nationwide Median Wage |
|---|---|
| Animal Scientists | $93,823 |
| Farmers, Ranchers, and Other Agricultural Managers | $84,680 |
| Agricultural Sciences Teachers, Postsecondary | $66,903 |
| Precision Agriculture Technicians | $56,932 |
| Farm and Home Management Educators | $55,950 |
| Agricultural Technicians | $44,022 |
| First-Line Supervisors of Farming, Fishing, and Forestry Workers | $36,803 |
References
- IPEDS — Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System
- U.S. Department of Education — College Scorecard
- O*NET Online (Bureau of Labor Statistics)
- National Center for Education Statistics
More about our data sources and methodologies.