Master of Science in Agricultural Education & Communication

Grow your career with a master's degree!

Whether you're an educator, communicator, marketer, or community leader; our master's degree in agricultural education and communication can help you develop new skills and take the next steps in your career.

Program

Our flexible program allows students to focus on their education in three primary areas:

Advanced Studies & Research (Plan B) 

Agricultural Education

The agricultural education focus area centers on formal and non-formal education within school-based agricultural education programs, extension, and community development.

Science Communication

The science communication focus area centers on communication and marketing within the areas of agriculture, food, natural resources, life, and human sciences.

Initial Licensure (Plan C)

The agricultural education initial licensure program at the University of Minnesota is designed to help you become an accomplished professional educator who can help students succeed in the classroom. The program is for individuals with bachelor's degrees who want to become licensed teachers. You will be engaged in rigorous, professional teacher preparation in accordance with Minnesota Board of Teaching standards.

Curriculum

Catalog Description

Program Requirements - Plan B

Program Requirements - Plan C

Application

Online Application

Admissions is done on a rolling basis with the following semester deadlines:

July 1 - Fall Semester Admission

November 1 - Spring Semester Admission

March 1 - Summer Session Admission

Contact

Dr. Amy Smith
Director of Graduate Studies
218J Ruttan Hall
612-624-6590
[email protected]