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Animal Science in Illinois

Animal Science Schools in Illinois

Jobs for Animal Science Grads in Illinois

In this state, there are 1,240 people employed in jobs related to an Animal Science degree, compared to 71,210 nationwide.

Animal Science Jobs Nationwide vs. IL

Wages for Animal Science Jobs in Illinois

In this state, Animal Science grads earn an average of $71,151. Nationwide, they make an average of $68,650.

Animal Science Wages Nationwide vs. IL

There are 5 colleges in Illinois that offer Animal Science degrees in our data. Learn about the most popular 5 below:

One year after graduating, alumni of this school earn a median of $53,513 a year. The school admits about 44% of applicants. 94% of full-time students return after their first year.

Graduates earn a median salary of $42,911 in their first year after graduation. With an admission rate of 90%, getting in takes some planning. The full-time student retention rate is 69%.

#3

Kaskaskia College

Centralia

One year after graduating, alumni of this school earn a median of $42,393 a year. In-state undergraduate tuition runs about $4,800 a year.

Grads earn a median early-career salary of $32,756 after earning their degree at this institution. Undergrads from Illinois pay around $5,700 a year in tuition.

Graduates earn a median salary of $30,843 in their first year after graduation. Undergrads from Illinois pay around $16,699 a year in tuition.

Animal Science Careers in IL

Some of the careers Animal Science majors go into include:

Job Title Nationwide Job Growth Nationwide Median Salary
Farm and Home Management Educators $55,950
Agricultural Sciences Teachers, Postsecondary $66,903
Farmers, Ranchers, and Other Agricultural Managers $84,680
Animal Scientists $93,823
Precision Agriculture Technicians $56,932
Agricultural Technicians $44,022
First-Line Supervisors of Farming, Fishing, and Forestry Workers $36,803

Below are some popular majors that are similar to Animal Science.

Major Annual Graduates Nationwide
Veterinary/Animal Health Technologies/Technicians 9,051
Agricultural Economics 8,612
Horticulture 4,164
Veterinary Medicine 3,756
Agricultural Production 3,608
General Agriculture 3,276
Plant Sciences 3,261
Food Science Technology 2,269

View all majors related to Animal Science

View Nationwide Animal Science Report

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