CREATE THE FUTURE YOU WANT.
We believe you have the power to create the future you want – and we're here to help you do it. Our personalized graduate programs are tailored to your unique interests, giving you the freedom to explore and grow in a community of students.
With a graduate degree from the Department of Agronomy and Horticulture, you can discover your own path. As part of the Department of Agronomy and Horticulture at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln, you'll have the opportunity to get hands-on research experience at a world-class Big Ten university, learning from faculty who are passionate about feeding and enriching the lives of a growing global population. Whether you're interested in agronomy or horticulture, we offer a range of specializations to help you become a leader in your field.
So what are you waiting for? Create the future you want with a graduate degree from the Department of Agronomy and Horticulture. Join us and take the first step towards a brighter tomorrow.
Graduate Programs
We offer graduate programs leading to a Master's Degree in Agronomy and Horticulture or a Doctoral Degree in Agronomy and Horticulture with the following areas of specialization: Crop Physiology, Production and Horticulture; Plant Breeding and Genetics; Soil and Water Sciences; Range, Forage and Turfgrass; and Weed Science. Our degree programs are highly integrated with other departments to provide the best preparation for a fulfilling and exciting career.
Our accessible and flexible programming allows you to earn a master’s degree or certificate online.
Graduate Program Specializations
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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.
Related Programs
Some faculty within the Department of Agronomy and Horticulture also advise and mentor graduate students admitted through the following programs.
