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Let's grow together

Join us as we shape the future for Ohio and our world through innovative plant science.

Cultivate your career

We give you more than just a degree. Get your hands dirty with real-world experience, from our extensive field labs to industry-leading research complexes and mentors. We prepare you to immediately lead in crop production, sustainable agriculture, floriculture and plant-based industries worldwide.
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  • $100k+ in undergrad scholarships awarded annually
  • 97% of undergrads are employed or enrolled in grad school within 6 months of graduation
  • 153 faculty and staff ready to help you grow

Featured programs

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Agroecology program

Integrate natural pest controls, enrich farmland ecosystems and secure the future of your local food systems.
Become an agroecologist
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Agronomy program

Optimize crop yields, manage farm resources and solve real-world food security challenges.
Become an agronomist
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Controlled Environment Agriculture program

Automate and optimize crops in indoor environments to create solutions for fresher produce at scale.
Become a CEA specialist
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Horticulture program

Cultivate fruits, vegetables and ornamentals while learning about plant reproduction and growth.
Become a horticulturalist
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Plant Biosciences program

Analyze plant DNA and cellular structures, discover novel plant varieties and harness plant biology to innovate in agriculture, medicine and biotechnology.
Become a plant scientist
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Soil Science program

Apply ecological principles in soil systems to integrate natural biological cycles and controls, make efficient use of resources, enhance environmental quality and increase biodiversity.
Become a soil scientist
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Turfgrass Science program

Combine plant biology, soil science and environmental management to build and maintain high-performance athletic fields, golf courses and landscapes.
Become a turfgrass scientist
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Professional Golf Management major

As the only program of this type in Ohio, we provide the elite training you need to become a Class A PGA Member while earning a world-class degree.
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Minors and certificates

Enhance your degree with a minor in: Agronomy, Controlled Environment Agriculture, Horticulture or Turfgrass Management. Or add a certificate in: Plant Breeding or Urban Agriculture and Community Food Production Systems.
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