by our College Data Analytics TeamIn the latest year, 10 U.S. colleges awarded 277 degrees and certificates in Animal Sciences, Other. Bachelor’s degrees are the most popular award, at 83% of graduates. College Factual ranks 6 schools in its 2027 Best Animal Sciences, Other Schools ranking and compares their cost in a Best Value ranking. Graduates earn a median $34,873 one year after completing, rising to $49,436 after four years.
A major in Animal Sciences, Other explores Animal Sciences, Other. Any Instructional Program In The Animal Sciences Not Listed Above.
Source: IPEDS 2025; College Scorecard July 2026; BLS; O*NET; College Factual rankings 2027. Data as of: July 2026.
Across the country, animal sciences, other is a widely-pursued major, with 277 degrees awarded annually. 10 colleges award animal sciences, other degrees, an average of 28 graduates per school; the largest program awarded 140.
By level, the 277 awards include 18 certificates, 29 associate degrees, 229 bachelor’s degrees and 1 master’s degrees.
Women earned 85% of animal sciences, other degrees and certificates in the latest year (236 of 277). The largest groups of graduates by race and ethnicity are White (176) and Hispanic or Latino (43), and international students earned 4.
College Factual ranks 6 schools in its 2027 Best Animal Sciences, Other Schools ranking, including 1 for associate degrees and 4 for bachelor’s degrees. It also ranks animal sciences, other schools within 3 states. In all, 10 colleges offer animal sciences, other programs; compare them by degree level below or in the Best Value Animal Sciences, Other Colleges ranking, which weighs quality against cost.
The most common animal sciences, other credential is the bachelor’s degree: 229 of the 277 awarded in the latest year. Jobs related to animal sciences, other call most for Active Listening, Speaking and Reading Comprehension, and for knowledge of Education and Training, English Language and Biology, according to O*NET. The most important abilities are Oral Expression, Oral Comprehension and Speech Clarity.
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How long an animal sciences, other degree takes:
| Degree | Typical Program Length | Graduates Annually |
|---|---|---|
| Certificate | Varies | 18 |
| Associate Degree | 2 years | 29 |
| Bachelor’s Degree | 4 years | 229 |
| Master’s Degree | 1-3 years | 1 |
Master’s degree is the most common level of education among workers in jobs related to animal sciences, other, at 56.0%.
| Level of Education | Percentage of Workers |
|---|---|
| Master’s degree | 56.0% |
| Doctoral degree | 15.2% |
| Bachelor’s degree | 12.6% |
| Post-doctoral training | 5.7% |
| Postsecondary certificate | 3.3% |
| Less than a high school diploma | 3.0% |
| Post-baccalaureate certificate | 2.7% |
| High school diploma or equivalent | 0.7% |
| Associate’s degree (or other 2-year) | 0.6% |
| Post-master’s certificate | 0.2% |
| Some college courses | 0.1% |
Source: O*NET Online.
5 occupations are related to Animal Sciences, Other, with an average median salary of $67,632; the strongest outlook belongs to Farmers, Ranchers, and Other Agricultural Managers, at 14.7% projected job growth. Typical job titles include Adjunct Instructor, Family Resource Management Specialist, Farm Consultant and County Demonstrator.
The occupation related to animal sciences, other with the most projected jobs is Farm and Home Management Educators, at 1,304,119.
| Occupation | Projected Jobs | Expected Growth |
|---|---|---|
| Farm and Home Management Educators | 1,304,119 | 14.0% |
| Agricultural Sciences Teachers, Postsecondary | 297,433 | 4.5% |
| Farmers, Ranchers, and Other Agricultural Managers | 231,384 | 14.7% |
| Animal Scientists | 77,353 | -1.4% |
| First-Line Supervisors of Farming, Fishing, and Forestry Workers | 33,611 | -0.6% |
Animal Sciences, Other graduates earn a median $34,873 one year after completing their program, $49,436 after four years and $54,093 after five years, according to the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard.
| Years Out | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $34,873 |
| 4 years | $49,436 |
| 5 years | $54,093 |
Source: College Scorecard.
The highest-paying occupation related to animal sciences, other is Animal Scientists, with a median salary of $93,823.
| Occupation | Median Annual Salary |
|---|---|
| Animal Scientists | $93,823 |
| Farmers, Ranchers, and Other Agricultural Managers | $84,680 |
| Agricultural Sciences Teachers, Postsecondary | $66,903 |
| Farm and Home Management Educators | $55,950 |
| First-Line Supervisors of Farming, Fishing, and Forestry Workers | $36,803 |
Animal Sciences, Other has 7 similar majors in the Agriculture field, which together award 8,500 degrees a year; the largest are Animal Sciences, General (7,927), Animal Health (230) and Poultry Science (140). Browse all Agriculture majors or the full list of college majors.
| Related Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Animal Sciences, General | 7,927 |
| Animal Health | 230 |
| Poultry Science | 140 |
| Dairy Science | 125 |
| Livestock Management | 36 |
| Agricultural Animal Breeding | 31 |
| Animal Nutrition | 11 |
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