Plant Sciences at Oregon State University
If you plan to study Plant Sciences, take a look at what Oregon State University. Get started with the following essential facts.
Oregon State University is located in Corvallis, OR.
In the most recent year for which we have data, 90 plant sciences degrees were awarded at Oregon State University.
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Online Class Availability at Oregon State University
Many students take online classes at Oregon State University. Of 37,163 students, 13,083 (35%) studied exclusively online and 8,697 (23%) took at least some classes online.
Plant Sciences Rankings at Oregon State University
These rankings give you a sense of how Oregon State University’s Plant Sciences program to other colleges that offer this major.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Oregon | #1 of 2 |
| Best Value | Oregon | #2 of 2 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Far Western (Region) | #10 of 11 |
| Best Value | Far Western (Region) | #11 of 11 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #55 of 71 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #55 of 71 |
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Oregon | #1 of 2 |
| Best Value | Oregon | #2 of 2 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Far Western (Region) | #10 of 11 |
| Best Value | Far Western (Region) | #11 of 11 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #55 of 71 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #55 of 71 |
Earnings for Plant Sciences Graduates from Oregon State University
Students who complete Oregon State University’s Plant Sciences program earn at the following median levels (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $36,397 |
| 2 years | $31,915 |
| 3 years | $42,955 |
| 4 years | $44,549 |
| 5 years | $53,355 |
How does this compare to the school overall? At the four-year mark, Plant Sciences graduates from Oregon State University report median earnings of $44,549, compared with $66,895 for all Oregon State University graduates — about 33% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
The median debt for Plant Sciences graduates from Oregon State University stands at $25,096.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Take a look at the student demographics for Plant Sciences graduates at Oregon State University, by degree type.
Across all degree levels, Plant Sciences graduates at Oregon State University are 68% women (61) and 32% men (29).
Plant Sciences Bachelor’s Program at Oregon State University
Of the 64 bachelor’s plant sciences degrees awarded at Oregon State University, 67% were women (43) and 33% were men (21).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Plant Sciences bachelor’s degree recipients at Oregon State University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 53 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 6 |
| Two or More Races | 3 |
| Unknown | 2 |
Minority students account for 14% of Plant Sciences bachelor’s degree recipients at Oregon State University, lower than the national average of 22%.*
Plant Sciences Master’s Program at Oregon State University
Among the 19 master’s plant sciences graduates at Oregon State University, 68% were women (13) and 32% were men (6).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Plant Sciences master’s degree recipients at Oregon State University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 12 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 2 |
| International (Nonresident) | 5 |
Minority students account for 11% of Plant Sciences master’s degree recipients at Oregon State University, below the national average of 15%.*
Plant Sciences Doctoral Program at Oregon State University
Of the 7 doctoral plant sciences graduates at Oregon State University, 71% were women (5) and 29% were men (2).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Plant Sciences doctoral degree recipients at Oregon State University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 3 |
| International (Nonresident) | 4 |
*The racial-ethnic minorities figure is the total number of graduates minus White, international (nonresident), and unknown-race graduates.
More Specific Plant Sciences Concentrations at Oregon State University
The Plant Sciences program at Oregon State University offers more specialized concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| General Plant Sciences | 9 |
| Agronomy & Crop Science | 16 |
| Horticultural Science | 56 |
| Range Science & Management | 9 |
Highest-Paying Careers for Plant Sciences Graduates
Graduates of the Plant Sciences program at Oregon State University pursue many career paths. Here are the top-paying careers for Plant Sciences graduates, ordered by median annual salary:
| Occupation | Nationwide Median Wage |
|---|---|
| Animal Scientists | $93,823 |
| Farmers, Ranchers, and Other Agricultural Managers | $84,680 |
| Conservation Scientists | $81,436 |
| Forestry and Conservation Science Teachers, Postsecondary | $79,966 |
| Park Naturalists | $76,516 |
| Agricultural Sciences Teachers, Postsecondary | $66,903 |
| Range Managers | $59,935 |
| Soil and Plant Scientists | $59,587 |
| Precision Agriculture Technicians | $56,932 |
| Farm and Home Management Educators | $55,950 |
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
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