We've pulled together some essential information you should know about the program, including how many students graduate each year, the ethnic diversity of these students, and more. Also, learn how K -State ranks among other schools offering degrees in animal science.
K -State was ranked #9 on College Factual's most recent list of the best schools for animal science majors. This puts the bachelor's program at the school solidly in the top 15% of all colleges and universities in the country. It is also ranked #1 in Kansas.
During the 2020-2021 academic year, Kansas State University handed out 225 bachelor's degrees in animal sciences, general. Last year, the same number of degrees were handed out.
In 2021, 17 students received their master’s degree in animal science from K -State. This makes it the #3 most popular school for animal science master’s degree candidates in the country.
In addition, 6 students received their doctoral degrees in animal science in 2021, making the school the #7 most popular school in the United States for this category of students.
K -State Animal Science Students
Take a look at the following statistics related to the make-up of the animal science majors at Kansas State University.
K -State Animal Sciences, General Bachelor’s Program
Of the 225 animal science students who graduated with a bachelor's degree in 2020-2021 from K -State, about 28% were men and 72% were women.
The majority of the students with this major are white. About 90% of 2021 graduates were in this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from Kansas State University with a bachelor's in animal science.
Ethnic Background
Number of Students
Asian
3
Black or African American
2
Hispanic or Latino
9
White
202
Non-Resident Aliens
2
Other Races
7
K -State Animal Sciences, General Master’s Program
Of the 17 students who earned a master's degree in Animal Sciences, General from K -State in 2020-2021, 59% were men and 41% were women.
The majority of the students with this major are white. About 82% of 2021 graduates were in this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from Kansas State University with a master's in animal science.
by our College Data Analytics Team
