About Agronomy in Iowa State University
The Master of Science in Agronomy was the first degree you could earn from your home or office by using your computer and the Internet. And now, distance students searching for graduate coursework in Agronomy have a new option. The Agronomy Department at Iowa State University is now offering a Graduate Certificate Program in Agronomy.
Built-in flexibility allows students in both programs to complete their courses at their own pace relative to their professional, family, and other commitments. This means students can study when and where their schedule permits. The time required to complete the degree is flexible and most students enroll in only one or two courses per semester while working full time. Therefore, most students achieve their masters in 3 to 5 years or a graduate certificate in 1-1/2 to 2 years.
Academic qualification equivalents
- Applicants must have a bachelor’s degree
English language requirements
- IELTS : 6.5
- TOEFL : 79
- PTE : 53
Iowa State University Cost of Attendance
The table below provides the average cost of attendance for undergraduate and graduate programmes for the 2022-2023 academic year:
| Item |
Undergraduate Programs |
Graduate Programs |
| Tuition & fees |
$28,385 |
$29,953 |
| Books and supplies |
$1,091 |
$1,091 |
| Room and board |
$9,358 |
$9,640 |
| Personal expenses |
$5,430 |
$6,000 |
| Total |
83,098 |
46,684 |
