Turn your passion for horses into a career!

The professional skills learned in our equestrian studies program (English and western disciplines) enable students to transform their love of horses into rewarding careers.

The horse industry in the United States contributes billions of dollars in direct economic impact to our economy and supports more than one million full-time jobs.  Our graduates have demonstrated that they are qualified and capable of joining the ranks of top equine professionals nationally and internationally.

Raising the bar for equine programs
For more than 30 years, The University of Findlay has set the standard for excellence in equestrian programs by providing:

• Riding instruction five days per week
• Two outstanding equine facilities for English and western riding
• More than 500 horses
• One-to-one academic advising
• Internships in the United States and abroad
• International English riding opportunities

Educational options leading to horse industry careers!

• Associate of arts in western riding/training emphasis
• Associate of arts in English riding/training emphasis
• Bachelor of science in western riding/training emphasis
• Bachelor of science in English riding/training emphasis
• Bachelor of science in equine business management

Professional work experience and internships!
Students completing an equine studies degree may seek to strengthen their educational goals through the Professional Experience Program (PEP). Many equine-related internships are available on either a credit or noncredit basis. For more information, students may contact the PEP Office.