The Department of Crop and Soil Science solves problems related to field crop agriculture, natural systems, rural and urban economies, and natural resource management.
Get a Bachelor of Science Degree in Crop and Soil Science
As an undergraduate, you'll have many chances for hands-on learning. Research opportunities for students include projects in breeding plants for food, oil and other uses, the science behind soil health, small farm operations and more, while your required internship will introduce you to the different career options available to you once you graduate. Student club activities will help you hone your leadership skills, positioning you for an exciting career in agronomy, soil science, or plant breeding.
Learn about Graduate Programs
The Department of Crop and Soil Science offers graduate work in the following areas:
Crop Science & Production
We're committed to acquiring, integrating and sharing basic and applied knowledge about field crops and cropping systems in an ever-changing world.
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Soil Science
We strive to understand the structure and function of the earth's surface. Our broad discipline includes soil biology, chemistry, physics, fertility, and pedology.
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Our Students
Samuel Hoefler | Agronomy, Crop and Soil Science | Meadville, PA
Head Grower at Prūf Cultivar | Transfer Student | Ecampus
Yan Yan | Crop and Soil Science | Chongqing, China
OSU Hiking Club President | CAS Ambassador | Class of 2022
First-generation female college student in the US
Top prize for Branch Experiment Station Research Poster/Presentation
for the 2020 CAS Undergraduate Research Showcase
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