Livestock Management
A program that focuses on the application of biological and chemical principles to the production and management of livestock animals and the production and handling of meat and other products. Includes instruction in animal sciences, range science, nutrition sciences, food science and technology, biochemistry, and related aspects of human and animal health and safety.
- Schools offering
- 6
- Annual completions
- 8
- Typical degree level
- Associate's
- Median earnings (5yr)
- $48k
About this major
A program that focuses on the application of biological and chemical principles to the production and management of livestock animals and the production and handling of meat and other products. Includes instruction in animal sciences, range science, nutrition sciences, food science and technology, biochemistry, and related aspects of human and animal health and safety.
Examples of specialized tracks: Meat Science.
Where this major leads
Occupations most often associated with this major, from the federal BLS+O*NET crosswalk. Job-growth projections and median wages are national.
| Occupation | Median wage | Job growth | Typical education |
|---|---|---|---|
| Farmers, ranchers, and other agricultural managers | $88k | -1.3% | High school diploma or equivalent |
| First-line supervisors of farming, fishing, and forestry workers | $59k | +2.5% | High school diploma or equivalent |
| Farm and home management educators | $58k | -2.5% | Master's degree |
| Agricultural sciences teachers, postsecondary | $86k | +4.1% | Doctoral or professional degree |
Earnings at a glance
Median graduate earnings from the federal College Scorecard, 5 and 10 years out.
Median 5-year earnings
$48k
Associate's vs Bachelor's — early-career earnings
Associate's
$41k
Bachelor's
$49k
Top colleges for Livestock Management
Ranked by annual completions at the associate's or bachelor's level — a proxy for program scale.
| College | Location | Assoc. | Bach. | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wayne Community College | Goldsboro, NC | 4 | 0 | 4 |
| Miles Community College | Miles City, MT | 2 | 0 | 2 |
| James Sprunt Community College | Kenansville, NC | 2 | 0 | 2 |
| Dodge City Community College | Dodge City, KS | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| North Dakota State College of Science | Wahpeton, ND | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Central Wyoming College | Riverton, WY | 0 | 0 | 0 |
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