Virginia Polytechnic Institute And State University (Virginia Tech)

Program Information

Degree Offered

Master of Science (MS) in Life Sciences Agricultural Education; Master of Science (MS) in EDCT Concentration in Agricultural and Extension Education, Teacher Licensure Option; Master of Science (MS) Agriculture and Life Sciences Online, Education Option, Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Life Sciences Agricultural Education, Virgina Teaching License (Agricultural Education Endorsement); Graduate Certificate in Collaborative Community Leadership

Format: Campus

Program Description:

The Department of Agricultural and Extension Education at Virginia Tech is committed to preparing students for success in professions that include formal and non-formal teaching and learning in agriculture and leading agricultural organizations and communities.

Graduate degrees in the department are grounded in a personal relationship between student and advisor. Completing a graduate degree in Agricultural and Extension Education at Virginia Tech will give you a distinct advantage in the job market as a well-prepared professional.

Accreditation:

Southern Association for Colleges and Schools (SACS) Accreditation

Eligibility Requirements:

Students should have a 3.0 GPA or greater and strong scientific writing and communication skills.

# of Credits Required:

Varies depending on

International Student Requirements:

The department strongly recommends that international students submit results for completed GRE examination. The results of the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) is also required for applicants who did not receive their bachelor's degrees from an Anglophone university and whose first language is not English. A minimum TOEFL score of 550 (paper-based test) or 213 (computer-based test) is required.

Tuition & Financial Aid

Cost Per Credit Hour:

Varies depending on in-state or out-of-state USD

Tuition In-State Full Time:

11705 USD

Tuition Out of State Full Time:

21723 USD

Financial Aid Offered: Yes

Classification: Doctoral/Research Universities - Extensive

Institution Sector: Public

Locale: Small City

Size & Settings: 20,000 and above