Online Doctorates in Agriculture

ARWU Rank:
 151-200

Established: 1876
Country: United States

Online Doctorate Program Name:
Ed.D. in Agricultural Education

Residency Requirements: Twice a year face-to-face meetings – attendance is mandatory.

This unique, innovative, and first-of-its kind joint program was approved by the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board (THECB) in 2000 with the induction of 20 mid-career professionals from Texas.

Length: N/A

Required GPA: N/A

Required Master's Degree: No

ARWU Rank:
 151-200

Established: 1876
Country: United States

Online Doctorate Program Name:
Ph.D. in Plant Breeding

Residency Requirements: No residency requirements.

The Ph.D. in Plant Breeding requires 64 semester credit hours past an M.S. degree in plant breeding or related agriculture field and a dissertation on original research. Student research can be completed at the student’s location. Just as with the M.S. degree, an on-site Ph.D. scientist, educator, or supervisor who qualifies as an adjunct member of the Texas A&M graduate faculty must be available to serve as co-chair of the student’s graduate advisory committee and be able to direct dissertation research locally. Students will have an on-campus co-chair to oversee the academic aspect of their degree. Communication with committee members, examinations, and dissertation defense will be conducted via the internet.

Length: N/A

Required GPA: N/A

Required Master's Degree: No

ARWU Rank:
 201-300

Established: 1839
Country: United States

Online Doctorate Program Name:
Agricultural Education and Leadership (PhD)

Residency Requirements: Some campus visits are required.

A doctorate in agricultural education from MU can help you advance your career in agricultural or extension education, communication or informal adult education. If you want to connect with expert faculty members and take an innovative, high-tech approach to agricultural education, this may be the degree for you.

Length: 4 years

Required GPA: 3.5+

Required Master's Degree: No