Animal Science, B.S.: Industry Concentration
Students majoring in animal science for the B.S. degree may choose to focus on one of two concentrations: science and industry. The department also directs the pre-professional course preparation for veterinary medicine, two equine undergraduate certificate programs, and a minor in animal science. All concentrations prepare students for careers in all facets of livestock production and companion animal science. Regardless of concentration, students majoring in animal science are expected to successfully complete coursework in general animal science, domestic animal anatomy, animal physiology, nutrition, feeding, meat science, reproductive physiology, genetics, animal welfare and ethics, and animal production/experiences.
The science concentration provides advanced training in basic sciences to prepare students for study toward an advanced degree. The science concentration is recommended for students interested in pursuing a post-baccalaureate graduate degree in livestock, equine, food, meat, veterinary, ruminant nutrition, animal health, range, ranch management, and other agricultural sciences. Students with Pre-Veterinary Medicine and other pre-professional health interests (pre-clinical laboratory sciences; pre-dentistry; pre-medicine; pre-occupational therapy; pre-optometry; pre-pharmacy; pre-physical therapy; pre-physician assistant; and pre-speech, language, and hearing sciences) can major in animal science as most professional school prerequisite courses are included in this degree concentration.
The industry concentration is flexible and provides students with the opportunity to diversify their coursework or focus on areas of interest. This industry concentration is recommended for those with career interest in livestock production, animal business, animal physiology, equine and equine assisted services, meat science and muscle biology, companion animal science, and animal welfare. Course offerings in this concentration focus on topics across a wide range of subjects related to live animal production, animal food systems, and one-health. Students interested in pre-nursing can major in animal science and complete their nursing school prerequisite courses in the Industry concentration.
Students must earn a grade of C or better in all animal science courses required for graduation. Students must also earn a grade of C or better in courses used as substitutions for animal science courses. In addition, students are expected to participate in a transformative learning opportunity (internship, research, service learning, study abroad, entrepreneurship, intercollegiate competitive team, or another transformative, high-impact learning experience identified by department advisor) prior to graduation. All electives are subject to departmental approval.
Intakes
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Application Processing Time in Days: 30
Minimum English Language Requirements
| English Level Description | IELTS (1.0 -9.0) | TOEFL IBT (0-120) | TOEFL CBT (0-300) | PTE (10-90) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Expert | 9 | 120 | 297-300 | 86-90 | |
| Very Good | 8.5 | 115-119 | 280-293 | 83-86 | |
| Very Good | 8 | 110-114 | 270-280 | 79-83 | |
| Good | 7.5 | 102-109 | 253-267 | 73-79 | |
| Good | 7 | 94-101 | 240-253 | 65-73 | |
| Competent | 6.5 | 79-93 | 213-233 | 58-65 | |
| Competent | 6 | 60-78 | 170-210 | 50-58 | |
| Modest | 5.5 | 46-59 | 133-210 | 43-50 | |
| Modest | 5 | 35-45 | 107-133 | 36-43 | |
| Limited | 4 | 32-34 | 97-103 | 30-36 | |
| Extremely Limited | < 4 | < 31 | < 93 | < 30 |
Job Opportunity Potential
There is no charge to post a job opportunity on our online system called Symplicity. Job listings include positions for law clerks, internships, summer associates, entry-level and experienced attorneys. Postings are available to both current students and alumni. By posting a job with Texas Tech University School of Law, employers agree to comply with our Non-Discrimination Policies.
To post a job, you may:
- Complete the Job Posting Form. This form will be sent directly to our office and we will post the job for you. Once the job is posted, you will receive an email confirmation.
- Use our online Symplicity system to post the job yourself. You can follow the Symplicity instructions to post a job online.
Policy on Approval of “Symplicity Recruit” Registrations and Job Postings
It is the policy of the Texas Tech Law School Career & Professional Development Center to accept no “Symplicity Recruit” registrations and/or job postings except under limited circumstances as described in this policy.
- Every potential Symplicity Recruit registration and job posting must be reviewed and approved or declined by an authorized member of the Career Center team. No automatic registrations or postings are permitted.
- Registration and posting approval requires the employer's specific affirmation of ALL of the Non-Discrimination Policies affecting the Texas Tech Law School, verification of an organization's good standing and ethical performance in operations and recruiting, within specified geographic limitations applicable to this law school, and types of positions contained in the posting. Only principals involved in hiring may register and post on our systems. Third party and recruiting organization accounts and postings are not permitted.
- Specifically permitted, subject to approval, postings include jobs requiring a law degree or status as a law student, jobs located in Texas or New Mexico and their contiguous states or that permit virtual work from Texas, jobs by for-profit legal employers who offer employment on a paid basis or jobs by non-profit legal organizations (including governments) who offer employment on a paid or unpaid basis, and Fellowship programs that contain a job/work component in addition to scholarship/other funding.
PSW Opportunity
Post-Study Work visa or permit, allowing international students on F-1 visas to work in the US after completing their studies, typically through Optional Practical Training (OPT).
Eligibility:
To be eligible for OPT, students must have been enrolled full-time in a US educational institution for at least one academic year and be seeking work related to their major.
Duration:
Students can apply for up to 12 months of OPT, either before they finish their studies (pre-completion) or after graduation (post-completion).
STEM OPT:
Students in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) fields can apply for an extended OPT period of up to 24 months.
Contact our PSA counselor for more information
Admission Requirement / Eligibility Criteria
All international applicants are required to show proof of English Proficiency in one of the following ways:
Exams:
• TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language; TOEFL) The minimum TOEFL iBT score, including the Home Edition and Paper Edition Tests, is 79. The minimum score for TOEFL Essentials is an 8.5. TOEFL scores must be received directly from the Educational Testing Service (ETS); Texas Tech University's institutional code for International Undergraduate Admissions is B100. TOEFL scores are valid for only two years.
• IELTS (International English Language Testing Service; IELTS) The minimum IELTS required score is an overall band score of 6.5 on the Academic version; IELTS General Training results are not acceptable. There is no IELTS institution code for Texas Tech University. IELTS scores are valid for only two years.
• SAT (Scholastic Aptitude Test; SAT) The minimum Evidence-based Reading and Writing score required to show proof of English Proficiency is 500. SAT scores must be received directly from the College Board. Texas Tech University's Institutional code for International Undergraduate students is 6859.
• ACT (American College Testing Program; ACT) The minimum English score required to show proof of English Proficiency is 21. ACT scores must be received directly from the ACT organization. Texas Tech University's Institutional code is 4220.
• PTE Academic (Pearson Test of English Academic; PTE Academic) The minimum required PTE Academic score is 60. PTE General and PTE Young Learners results are not acceptable. There is no PTE Academic institution code for Texas Tech University. PTE Academic scores are valid for only two years.
• Cambridge CPE (Cambridge Certificate of Proficiency in English; CPE) The minimum required Cambridge CPE grade is C. There is no institutional code for the Cambridge CPE. The Cambridge CPE is valid for life.
• Cambridge CAE (Cambridge Certificate of Advanced English; CAE) The minimum required Cambridge CAE grade is B. There is no institutional code for the Cambridge CAE. The Cambridge CAE is valid for life.
• Duolingo English Test (Online examination) The minimum required Duolingo score is 100. There is no institutional code for Duolingo. Duolingo scores are reported within 48 hours and are valid for two years.
International Undergraduate Admissions (IUA) will also accept the following:
High school/secondary school or College Course Work:
• Attend two consecutive years of high school/secondary school in the United States.
• Attend two consecutive years in a high school/secondary school with U.S. accreditation or attend high school/secondary school within an English proficiency exempt country. (See a list of exempt countries below.)
• Achieve a score of 4 (grade of C) or higher in English on the IB diploma.
• Achieve a grade C or better in English on the A-Level GCE. This cannot be English as a second language (ESL courses), English literature, etc.
• Completion of the equivalent of TTU's ENG 1301 + 1302 English courses with a grade of B or better at an institution with U.S. accreditation or an institution within English proficiency exempt country. This can include a literature, composition, speech, or English class. These cannot be remedial or ESL courses. See a list of exempt countries below.
• Complete 30 transferrable credit hours at an institution with U.S. accreditation or an institution within an English proficiency exempt country. Remedial or ESL courses do not count towards the total credit hours. See a list of exempt countries below.
Certificates and Other:
• An ELS Educational Services (www.els.edu) official transcript and certificate showing successful completion of ELS' English for Academic Purposes program level 112 as proof of English proficiency.
• Completion of any CEA accredited English program, or the equivalent thereof, as proof of English proficiency. International Undergraduate Admissions (IUA) requires the official transcript and certificate showing successful completion of the CEA accredited English program or equivalent.
English Proficiency Waivers. The English proficiency requirement is waived only for the following reasons:
• Applicants who are citizens of an English proficiency-exempt country,
• Applicants who have attended two consecutive years in a high school/secondary school with U.S. accreditation or attended high school/secondary school within an English proficiency exempt country. See a list of exempt countries below,
• Applicants who have completed 30 transferrable credit hours at an institution with U.S. accreditation or an institution within an exempt country.
- Course Type: Full Time
- Course Level: Bachelors/UG Degree
- Duration: 04 Year
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Total Tuition Fee:
97804 USD
Average Cost of Living: 14000 USD /year
Application Fee: 75 USD
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