Poultry Science

STEM • Agricultural/Animal/Plant/Veterinary Science And Related Fields

What is it about?

A program that focuses on the application of biological and chemical principles to the production and management of poultry animals and the production and handling of poultry products. Includes instruction in avian sciences, nutrition sciences, food science and technology, biochemistry, hatchery design, and related aspects of human and animal health and safety.

Numbers at a glance

536th
Popular nationwide
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Search Rank on O's List
7
Colleges offer it
119
Graduates (2018-19)
Men
52
Women
67

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Top 10 Private by Number of Graduates

O's Insights on Poultry Science

  • Major has been stable in popularity over the last 15 years.
  • 100% of graduates come from public universities.

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