LEARNING

The Agriculture, Veterinary & Rangeland Sciences Program offers students a unique curriculum that is hard to find anywhere else.

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Bachelor's in agricultural science

A science-based curriculum that allows students to obtain technological skills in a broad area of agricultural studies.

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Bachelor's in rangeland ecology & management

Designed to provide students with an opportunity to strengthen and diversify their expertise in rangeland disciplines.

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Bachelor's in veterinary science

Provides research-based training in animal and livestock health, fitness, nutrition and diseases.

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Masters and/or Ph.D. in animal & rangeland sciences

Programs are flexible and designed to meet the needs and interests of the student and, as such, specific degree requirements are determined through individual consultation with an advisor and an advisory committee.

Dual Degree Programs

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Bachelor's in agricultural sciences & economics

As a student in this dual degree program, you’ll fully tap into the diversity and complexity of today’s agriculture through extensive training in business, agricultural science, economics and natural resources. You’ll learn how each of these fields influences our industry.

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Bachelor's degree in secondary education & agricultural sciences

NevadaTeach: Agricultural Sciences program provides students with a foundational background in agricultural sciences. Students who successfully complete the program are prepared to teach in secondary education, graduate school, or an immediate career in a STEM field.

In the News

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From Ghana to Nevada: Ph.D. student’s childhood connection with University dean sparks global conservation research

Faculty mentorship, support and friendship at the University of Nevada, Reno have been key to Opoku Opoku’s success as an international student

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Students win Nevada Press Association awards for agricultural and environmental reporting

Students report on today’s pressing issues: environmental and agricultural sustainability, understanding of different cultures to avoid conflict, and wildfire prevention

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University of Nevada, Reno helps farmers in nation’s driest state meet water challenges

From sophisticated research to hands-on training, University helps Nevada get water smart

CABNR Student Emergency Fund

Help provide students with critical support needed to continue their University education, despite facing unexpected challenges associated with COVID-19 or other emergencies.

To learn more about the fund

Student Ambassadors

What are student ambassadors? They are current students who serve as representatives of the department to various audiences. They act as liaisons between the institution and potential students, current students, alumni, and the wider community.

Meet Our Ambassadors

Tribal Student Program

A program designed to recruit, retain, and graduate American Indian/Alaska Native students in the Agricultural Sciences.

To learn more about the program
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Outreach and research  is in collaboration between the Experiment Station, University of Nevada, Reno Extension and the Department of Agriculture, Veterinary & Rangeland Sciences.