Plant Science - Bachelor [4 Years]
$33,894 /Yr Other full_time

Bachelor of Science [B.S] Plant Science

Protect the environment, apply genetic knowledge to improve plants, manage natural resources, control weeds, and diagnose plant diseases with a degree from Purdue's Botany and Plant Pathology department.

Students prepare for careers in fields such as biotechnology and environmental management, and move forward to advanced graduate studies.

Careers in Plant Science

This major is a good choice for a career with biotechnology and genetics companies, research-oriented companies and universities, crop consulting companies, or to continue your post-graduate education.

Tution & Application Fees

Year Year 1 Year 2 Year 3 Year 4
Tuition Fees $31104 $31104 $31104 $31104
Books and supply $1010 $1010 $1010 $1010
Other Fees $1780 $1780 $1780 $1780
Total Fees $33894 $33894 $33894 $33894

Examinations

Exam Type Exam Name Score Out of Score Exam Level
IELTS International English Language Testing System 6.0 9 3
TOEFL Test of English as a Foreign Language 80 120 3
SAT Scholastic Aptitude Test 1170 1600 1
ACT American College Testing 26 36 1
Duolingo Duolingo 110 160 1

Academic Requirements:

  • Self reported high school grades and official transcripts
  • Self reoprted ACT or SAT scores
  • Proof of english language proficiency
  • Personal Essay and Purdue specific questions

English Language Requirements:

  • TOEFL IBT: 88 minimum or higher
  • IELTS: 6.5 minimum or higher with 6.0 in each section
  • Duolingo: minimum 110 or better
  • SAT or ACT: minimum of 600 in Evidence Based Reading & Writing in SAT and 26 minimum in English section in ACT