BA/BS in Botany/Plant Biology

This bachelor's degree applies plant science to commercial settings. It suits students drawn to greenhouse production, nursery operations, landscape work, small and diversified farms, biofuel crops and medicinal herbs. After establishing basics in plant biology, students may specialize in areas such as managing greenhouses, sustainable farming, soil life, plant disease, breeding or medicinal species. A hands-on internship is part of the requirements, giving practical exposure before graduation. The program is flexible enough to combine with a minor or a second major in economics, biology or communications. Admission follows the standard rules for first-year and transfer students, with no additional hurdles specific to this major. Graduates are prepared for work in horticulture, agriculture and related enterprises, and the major's practical emphasis helps them move directly into those businesses after finishing.