Master of Science [M.S] Agriculture, Specialization in BioResource and Agricultural Systems
Students have the opportunity to focus their MS program on the application of bioresource and agricultural systems. Graduates will be prepared to enter a career in a variety of areas including production agriculture, consulting, regulatory compliance, equipment sales and technical support, etc.
Topics under the bioresource area may include:
- Agricultural and Food Processing Waste Management
- Renewable Energy
Topics under the agricultural systems area may include:
- California Production Agriculture and Food Systems
- Precision Agriculture
- Automation and Mechanization in Agriculture
Tution & Application Fees
| Year | Year 1 | Year 2 |
| Tuition Fees | $24496 | $24496 |
| Total Fees | $24496 | $24496 |
Examinations
| Exam Type | Exam Name | Score | Out of Score | Exam Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| TOEFL | Test of English as a Foreign Language | 80 | 120 | 3 |
| IELTS | International English Language Testing System | 6.5 | 9 | 3 |
Academic Eligibility:
- Students must have completed a four-year college course of study and hold an acceptable baccalaureate.
- You must have attained a grade point average of at least 2.5 in an acceptable earned baccalaureate degree.
- You must meet the professional, personal, scholastic, and other standards for graduate study, including qualifying examinations and specific course and/or grade prerequisites, as appropriate campus authorities may prescribe.
Indian Student Eligibility:
- The minimum requirements are an overall average of 60% in each year, as well as in all prerequisite subjects.
- Subjects must include mathematics, chemistry, and physics in Classes 11 and 12.
- GPA of 3.0/4.0 [B Grade or 83-86%].
English Language proficiency:
- Applicants from India, China, Vietnam, Philippines, and Pakistan should note that IELTS is the only proficiency score accepted by the Study Direct Stream (SDS) program.
- Meeting the minimum English requirements does not guarantee admission. Students with higher English proficiency scores will receive priority in the admission assessment process.
- Not all students will qualify for EAP-3106 in place of the required IELTS or TOEFL test scores.
Submission of GRE scores is compulsory for this program, however, it is recommended to submit a minimum 326 score for a better chance of admission.