Current Graduate Students
WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW
Degree Rquirements Courses Research & Career Assistance Teaching Student Resources
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Degree Requirements
Master's Degrees
MASTER'S DEGREE MILESTONES
- Memorandum of Courses
- M.S. Graduate Committee Selection
- Progress Report and Confidential Report (once per year)
In your final semester
- Application for graduation
- Graduate Student Defense Seminar form – due to the department 6-weeks prior to defense/final presentation. Schedule a day and room for your defense with Lisa Hilfiker.
- Final Exam Report - due to the department 6-weeks prior to defense/final presentation
- Thesis Submission
- Select expected degree at Graduate Studies Steps to Completion for exact due dates, more information and current forms.
Doctoral Degrees
DOCTORAL DEGREE MILESTONES
- Doctoral Program of Study
- Supervisory Committee Formation
- Comprehensive Exam and Candidacy – completed 7 months prior to expected graduation
In your final year
- Application for Graduation
- Application for Final Oral Examination – due to department 4 weeks prior to Dissertation submission
- Graduate Student Defense Seminar form – due to the department 6-weeks prior to defense/final presentation. Schedule a day and room for your defense with Lisa Hilfiker.
- Report of Completion
- Select expected degree at Graduate Studies Steps to Completion for exact due dates, more information and current forms.
Options
Students pursuing an online M.S. in Agronomy Degree can choose between two tracks.
Option A (Thesis)
30 credit hours total
Research and Career Assistance
Research and Career Assistance
- Library and Research
- Agronomy and Horticulture Librarian – Leslie Delserone at email or 402-472-6297
- STATS Help Desk
- Nebraska Evaluation and Research Center
- Writing Center
- AGRO/HORT 803 Scientific Writing Course
- Preparing and Formatting a Thesis or Dissertation
- Career Resources
Teaching
Center for Transformative Teaching Workshops
TA Teaching Programs, Tools, and Resources
All on-campus graduate students in the Department are encouraged to incorporate meaningful teaching experiences in their programs. Examples include: teaching or assisting in lab or lecture; organizing seminars; giving presentations; and contributing to extension and other educational outreach efforts. The student's teaching experience should be noted on their Annual Progress Report. The student's advisor should assist in contacting teaching faculty to arrange for appropriate teaching or extension opportunities.
Student Resources
- About Lincoln
- Apply for NCard
- Computer and Phone Shop
- Electronic Equipment Checkout
- Employment
- Expense & Travel Vouchers
- Housing Information
- International Student and Scholar Office
- Nebraska Drivers License
- Office of Graduate Studies Arrival Information
- Parking and Bus Information
- University Insurance
- Vehicle Forms & Information (Transportation Services)
- Wireless Internet Registration
Graduate Student Services
Lisa Hilfiker serves as the Graduate Program Coordinator for Agronomy and Horticulture. She works closely with both resident and online students, providing proactive communication, individualized guidance, and support as they navigate program milestones and requirements.
Lisa co-teaches PLAS 95: Graduate Student Orientation and AGRO 894: Master’s Project, helping students transition into graduate study and successfully complete their programs. She also advises the Agronomy and Horticulture Graduate Student Association (AHGSA), supporting graduate student leadership and community within the department. Lisa is passionate about creating a welcoming and supportive environment where graduate students feel connected, supported, and positioned for success.
Contact Lisa with any questions or needed support related to your graduate program.