Agronomy
College of Agricultural, Consumer & Environmental Sciences
CompareWhat is Agronomy?
Agronomy is for students interested in sustainable agriculture production solutions. It helps address urgent global food security and environmental sustainability challenges. This field manages many parts of the agricultural system. It integrates science and the practice of crop production to sustain and economically meet the need for food, fuel, and fiber.
You'll take courses in
- crop sciences,
- plant biology,
- soil management,
- plant protection,
- environmental science,
- and data analysis.
Our interdisciplinary curriculum also offers you a chance to take part in student research and internships.
Career Options
- Crop consulting
- Crop & food production
- International food security
- Plant breeding & genetics
- Plant & crop research
- Sustainable development
- Soil & water conservation
Post-Graduation Success1
92% employed or continuing education
68% employed after graduation
24% attending graduate school
$57,258 average starting annual income
Sample employer destinations: Archer Daniels Midland (ADM) (4), John Deere (3), PepsiCo (3) View All
Sample grad school destinations: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, University of Illinois Springfield, DePaul University View All
Review Criteria
First-Year Major-Specific Criteria
- Strong science and math coursework and performance
- Calculus and chemistry preferred (if available at high school)
- Experiences related to the major
Transfer Criteria
Transfer HandbookGraduation & Retention2
3.8 years to degree
95% first-year retention rate
76% four-year graduation rate
83% six-year graduation rate
Annual Program Costs3
Illinois Resident
- Tuition: $14,548
- Fees: $5,182
- Expenses: $19,558
- Total: $39,288
Non-Resident
- Tuition: $37,224
- Fees: $5,182
- Expenses:$19,898
- Total: $62,304
International
- Tuition: $38,266
- Fees: $5,182
- Expenses: $19,898
- Total: $63,346
