by our College Data Analytics TeamIn 2024, College Factual analyzed 2 schools in order to identify the top ones for its Best General Agriculture Schools in Virginia ranking. Combined, these schools handed out 75 degrees in general agriculture to qualified students.
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Since the program you select can have a significant impact on your future, we've developed a number of rankings, including this Best General Agriculture Schools in Virginia list, to help you choose the best school for you. You can also filter this list by location to find schools closer to you.
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Although we recommend filtering by degree level first, you can view the list below to see which schools give the educational experience for the agriculture degree levels they offer.
It's hard to beat Virginia Tech if you want to pursue a degree in general agriculture. Located in the city of Blacksburg, Virginia Tech is a public school with a very large student population.
Those general agriculture students who get their degree from Virginia Tech earn $12,687 more than the typical agriculture student.
More information about a degree in general agriculture from Virginia Tech
It is hard to beat Virginia State University if you wish to pursue a degree in general agriculture. Virginia State is a small public university located in the large suburb of Petersburg.
Graduates who receive their degree from the agriculture program earn around $26,147 in the first couple years of working.
More information about a degree in general agriculture from Virginia State UniversityExplore all the Best General Agriculture Schools in the Southeast Area or other specific states within that region.
| State | Colleges | Degrees Awarded |
|---|---|---|
| Georgia | 287 | 17 |
| Florida | 282 | 68 |
| North Carolina | 279 | 86 |
| Tennessee | 269 | 283 |
| Kentucky | 244 | 86 |
| Louisiana | 242 | 78 |
| Mississippi | 234 | 35 |
| Arkansas | 234 | 25 |
| Alabama | 233 | 30 |
| West Virginia | 207 | 22 |
One of 18 majors within the Agriculture & Agriculture Operations area of study, General Agriculture has other similar majors worth exploring.
| Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Agriculture | 75 |
| Related Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Animal Science | 189 |
| Veterinary/Animal Health Technologies/Technicians | 133 |
| Plant Sciences | 60 |
| Horticulture | 55 |
| Agricultural Economics & Business | 41 |
| Agricultural Production | 36 |
| Food Science Technology | 25 |
| Animal Services | 5 |
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