About Plant Science in University of Minnesota, Twin Cities Campus
The Plant Science major provides a broad course of study in plant sciences, as well as options to concentrate more specifically within an area of individual interest.
The major prepares students for rewarding careers in diverse areas, such as research and development (plant breeding/genetics or plant molecular biology); food and plant production (sustainable and organic production/floriculture and nursery production); plant use and function (restoration of damaged landscapes); and management of landscapes (agroecology/turfgrass management).
Tracks in this major include:
- Plant Breeding
- Horticultural Production
- Nursery and Floriculture
- Sustainable Plant Health
- Turfgrass Science
- Agroecology
- Agronomy Production
Students gain experience in the use of plants to produce food and other useful products, alter environments, restore damaged landscapes, improve human health and well-being, educate people about science and agriculture, improve community environments, and provide recreational and practical benefits to the public.
Academic qualification equivalents
- Applicants must have passed high school
English language requirements
- IELTS :6.5
- TOEFL IBT: 79
- PTE : 59
University of Minnesota, Twin Cities Campus Highlights
| Type of College |
Public, Coeducational |
| Establishment Year |
1851 |
| Campus setting |
Urban |
| Location |
Minneapolis and St. Paul |
| Acceptance Rate |
52% |
| Mode of teaching |
Campus |
| Test Scores Accepted |
TOEFL/IELTS/PTE/CAE |
| Financial Aid |
Available as grants, loans and scholarships |
| Website |
https://twin-cities.umn.edu |
University of Minnesota, Twin Cities Campus Annual Cost to Attend
| Fee |
Cost |
| Minnesota Resident Tuition |
$13,318 |
| Books and Supplies |
$1,000 |
| Other Fees |
$1,709 |
| Room and Board |
$10,358 |
| Budget for Other Expenses |
$2,434 |
| Total One Year Cost |
$28,819 |
| Fee |
Cost |
| Out of State Resident Tuition |
$31,616 |
| Books and Supplies |
$1,000 |
| Other Fees |
$1,709 |
| Room and Board |
$10,358 |
| Budget for Other Expenses |
$2,434 |
| Total One Year Cost |
$47,117 |
