Animal Science at Middle Tennessee State University
If you plan to study Animal Science, take a look at what Middle Tennessee State University. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
Middle Tennessee State University is in Murfreesboro, TN.
During the most recent reporting year, 57 animal science graduations were recorded at Middle Tennessee State University.
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Studying Online at Middle Tennessee State University
Distance learning is available at Middle Tennessee State University. Among 20,488 students, 3,076 (15%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 8,644 (42%) took at least some classes online.
Animal Science Rankings at Middle Tennessee State University
Rankings can help you compare Middle Tennessee State University’s Animal Science program to other colleges that offer this major.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Tennessee | #1 of 3 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Tennessee | #3 of 3 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #6 of 22 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #16 of 22 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #23 of 90 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #79 of 90 |
Earnings for Animal Science Graduates from Middle Tennessee State University
Students who complete Middle Tennessee State University’s Animal Science program earn at the following median levels (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $26,637 |
| 2 years | $23,649 |
| 3 years | $30,109 |
| 4 years | $34,255 |
| 5 years | $40,607 |
How does this compare to the school overall? Four years after graduating, Animal Science graduates from Middle Tennessee State University report median earnings of $34,255, compared with $51,986 for all Middle Tennessee State University graduates — about 34% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for Animal Science graduates from Middle Tennessee State University is $18,415.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Below you’ll find the diversity of Animal Science graduates at Middle Tennessee State University, by degree type.
Looking at the program as a whole, Animal Science graduates at Middle Tennessee State University are 81% women (46) and 19% men (11).
Animal Science Bachelor’s Program at Middle Tennessee State University
Among the 57 bachelor’s animal science graduates at Middle Tennessee State University, 81% were women (46) and 19% were men (11).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Animal Science bachelor’s degree recipients at Middle Tennessee State University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 41 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 5 |
| Black / African American | 4 |
| Asian | 3 |
| Two or More Races | 4 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 28% of Animal Science bachelor’s degree recipients at Middle Tennessee State University, lower 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 Middle Tennessee State University
This Animal Science program at Middle Tennessee State University includes the following sub-specializations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| General Animal Sciences | 57 |
Top-Paying Careers for Animal Science Graduates
Those who complete Animal Science program at Middle Tennessee State University pursue many career paths. Below are the highest-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.