ADMISSION DEADLINES
Spring Semester
(Jan. – May)
Apply by October 1
Summer Semester
(May – Aug.)
Apply by February 15
Fall Semester
(Aug. – Dec.)
Apply by May 15
Admission Requirements
Option A (Thesis)
- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university, preferably in agronomy or a closely related field, with a GPA of 3.0+
- One semester of calculus
- One semester of chemistry
- One semester of physics (excluding soil physics)
- Two semesters of biological sciences*
- Additional semester of physics or chemistry
Option B (Project)
- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university, preferably in agronomy or a closely related field, with a GPA of 3.0+
- One semester of plant production or plant systems management
- One semester of biological sciences**
- One semester of chemistry
- One semester of algebra
- One semester of soil science
*AGRO/HORT 131 can be taken for one semester of the two semester biological sciences prerequisite
**Agronomy and horticulture biology classes may include AGRO/HORT 131, AGRO/HORT 832, and other advisor-approved classes.
Applications with more than two deficiencies and/or a GPA below 3.0 may not be admitted into the program. It is recommended that applicants enroll in appropriate courses to remove deficiencies and raise their GPA before applying.
Ready to Apply?
In addition to meeting the admissions requirements for your program of study, we require an official application for admission (along with a $50 non-refundable application processing fee), official transcripts from all institutions attended, a curriculum vitae or resume, a personal statement, and three professional letters of recommendation.
For international students, a TOEFL score of 550 (paper-based) or 79 (internet-based) or an IELTS score of 6.5 is also required.
Online Programs at Nebraska
Want to earn your graduate degree online? Let us know what your interests are and we'll help you succeed.
AgroHort Online Graduate Student Services
Lisa Hilfiker
Graduate Program Coordinator
Please contact Lisa at lisa.hilfiker@unl.edu or 402-472-8393 to receive information about our programs or for any questions you may have.