Summary
The Department of Agronomy offers an online graduate certificate program in Agronomy.
This certificate provides formal recognition of focused graduate study in a specialized area. There is no creative component or thesis requirement.
Take advantage of the program’s flexibility to complete coursework in while working and tending to your personal commitments. Choose course offerings that follow the ISU semester schedule. Typically, you will complete one lesson per week, with assignments, discussions, and reflections due one day per week. Within that structure, you can decide how best to study when and where your schedule permits.
Certification in agronomy will allow you to better:
- Understand the scientific principles underlying crop management and physiology, plant improvement, climatology, soil management and fertility, and integrated pest management.
- Understand group dynamics and facilitate the accomplishment of individual and collective goals.
- Communicate effectively with scientists, professionals, farmers, other professionals, and the general public for the purposes of learning and training.
- Communicate electronically and utilize various Internet information services.
Admission Requirements
Graduate College
- Academic Records
- GPA
- Statement of Purpose
- Letters of Recommendation
For specific program admission requirements, visit the Graduate College website.
Credits
Required credits: 18
The total time required to complete the certificate is flexible, so most students enroll in one or two courses per semester while working full time.
