Agricultural Production at University of Massachusetts-Amherst
What traits are you looking for in a school for Agricultural Production, you may want to check out the program at University of Massachusetts-Amherst. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
University of Massachusetts-Amherst is located in Amherst, MA.
In the most recent year for which we have data, 69 agricultural production degrees were granted at University of Massachusetts-Amherst.
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Studying Online at University of Massachusetts-Amherst
Many students take online classes at University of Massachusetts-Amherst. Among 31,726 students, 3,511 (11%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 2,793 (9%) took at least some classes online.
Agricultural Production Rankings at University of Massachusetts-Amherst
These rankings give you a sense of how University of Massachusetts-Amherst’s Agricultural Production program against peer institutions.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Massachusetts | #1 of 1 |
| Best Value | Massachusetts | #1 of 1 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | New England (Region) | #2 of 5 |
| Best Value | New England (Region) | #4 of 5 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #37 of 88 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #84 of 89 |
Associate-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Massachusetts | #1 of 1 |
| Best Value | Massachusetts | #1 of 1 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | New England (Region) | #2 of 5 |
| Best Value | New England (Region) | #4 of 5 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #37 of 88 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #84 of 89 |
Earnings for Agricultural Production Graduates from University of Massachusetts-Amherst
Graduates of University of Massachusetts-Amherst’s Agricultural Production program earn at the following median levels (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $21,022 |
| 2 years | $24,615 |
| 3 years | $27,625 |
| 5 years | $33,420 |
Median Debt at Graduation
Median student loan debt for Agricultural Production graduates from University of Massachusetts-Amherst stands at $23,250.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Below you’ll find the student demographics for Agricultural Production graduates at University of Massachusetts-Amherst, by degree type.
Across all degree levels, Agricultural Production graduates at University of Massachusetts-Amherst are 57% women (39) and 43% men (30).
Agricultural Production Associate’s Program at University of Massachusetts-Amherst
Among the 9 associate’s agricultural production graduates at University of Massachusetts-Amherst, 33% were women (3) and 67% were men (6).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Agricultural Production associate’s degree recipients at University of Massachusetts-Amherst.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 7 |
| Unknown | 2 |
Agricultural Production Bachelor’s Program at University of Massachusetts-Amherst
Among the 47 bachelor’s agricultural production degrees awarded at University of Massachusetts-Amherst, 60% were women (28) and 40% were men (19).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Agricultural Production bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Massachusetts-Amherst.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 37 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 2 |
| Asian | 1 |
| Two or More Races | 2 |
| Unknown | 5 |
Minority students account for 11% of Agricultural Production bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Massachusetts-Amherst, lower than the national average of 21%.*
*The racial-ethnic minorities figure is the total number of graduates minus White, international (nonresident), and unknown-race graduates.
More Specific Agricultural Production Concentrations at University of Massachusetts-Amherst
The Agricultural Production program at University of Massachusetts-Amherst breaks down into more specific concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Crop Production | 9 |
| Sustainable Agriculture | 60 |
Highest-Paying Careers for Agricultural Production Graduates
Graduates of the Agricultural Production program at University of Massachusetts-Amherst work across a variety of fields. The table below ranks the best-paid careers for Agricultural Production majors, 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 |
| Farm and Home Management Educators | $55,950 |
| Animal Breeders | $49,553 |
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.
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