BS Agriculture Individualized Curriculum at University of Kentucky

Programme overview

The Agriculture bachelor’s degree at the University of Kentucky prepares students to lead and innovate in one of the world’s most vital industries. This flexible, hands-on program provides a strong foundation in agricultural science, sustainability, and technology—equipping you to address global challenges such as food security, resource management, and environmental impact. Students can tailor their degree by choosing from two areas of specialization: Agricultural Ecosystem Sciences or Entomology.

Faculty: Martin-Gatton College of Agriculture, Food and Environment | Duration: 128 credit hours | Study mode: full-time; online option available | Intake: Fall, Spring, Summer | Location: Lexington, KY, United States

What you will study

The Bachelor of Science in Agriculture with an Individualized Curriculum allows students to design a personalized academic pathway tailored to their unique interests and career goals within the agricultural field. By selecting courses across a range of disciplines—such as animal sciences, plant sciences, agribusiness, and environmental studies—students gain a broad and adaptable skill set.

Career pathways

The Agricultural Ecosystem Sciences specialization will prepare you for opportunities in agriculture, conservation, and business in addition to industry, academics, and government, such as: • Agricultural producer

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Application information

Entry requirements

University/college-level requirements (not programme-specific): official high school transcript with pre-college curriculum; ACT or SAT optional (test-optional admission). Applies to admission to Martin-Gatton College of Agriculture, Food and Environment.

Tuition is charged per credit, so the total depends on the modules you register for each year. Current fees are listed in the official fee schedule.

First-year entry term: Fall 2027 (applications open August 1). Transfer entry terms: Fall, Spring and Summer.

UK is test-optional for admission and scholarships through the 2028-29 academic year; most freshman applicants may apply without an ACT or SAT score.

First-year applicants for Fall 2027: Early Action deadline December 1 (recommended for Lewis Honors College and competitive and academic scholarships); Regular Decision deadline February 15. Application fee is $50 for domestic and $60 for international applicants. Apply with the UK application or the Common App.

Transfer applicants: application deadlines are August 1 for Fall (scholarship deadline June 15), November 15 for Spring and April 15 for Summer. The application fee is $50, waived for applications fully submitted on listed Transfer Tuesday dates.

Graduate applicants apply online through The Graduate School application system; deadlines and supplemental materials are set by each programme page. Minimum undergraduate GPA 2.75, minimum graduate GPA 3.0, and 2.5 for graduate certificate applicants (programmes may require more).

Apply through the official page: https://academics.uky.edu/apply

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