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Animal Science
The University of Findlay Animal Science program is nationally recognized for its rigorous, hands-on curriculum.
Overview
About the Program
The University of Findlay Animal Science program is nationally recognized for its rigorous, hands-on curriculum—preparing students for impactful careers in the animal industry and continued success in graduate and professional studies.
Our program offers three options to study Animal Science, including:
- Animal Science – Industry Option
- Animal Science – Pre-Veterinary Medicine Option
- Animal Science – Science Option
Program
Offerings
At the University of Findlay, an animal science sets you up for a successful career.
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At a Glance
College
College of Sciences
Degree
Bachelor’s Degree
Format
On-Campus
Required credits
120+ Credits
Curriculum
Course Requirements
Students earning a Bachelor of Science in Animal Science must complete the following:
Curriculum – The curriculum consists of required courses in three options. View the full curriculum in the University of Findlay Undergraduate Catalog.
on-campus
Visit Our Facilities Virtually
Use this self-guided virtual tour to explore the University’s 31,000 square-foot Richard C. Beckett Animal Science Center and our Western and English Equestrian Studies farms. Along the way you learn about Findlay’s approach to hands-on experience beginning with your freshman year, see our hundreds of animals ranging from llamas to horses, and see the facilities that help make Findlay the top school in the country for pre-veterinary medicine and animal science.
There is nothing like visiting Findlay to discover all the opportunities you have to learn, lead, and become a part of the Findlay tradition. While visiting the University of Findlay, you can explore our beautiful campus, talk with professors and coaches, meet current students, and discover what it is like to be an Oiler.
Register for your own personalized tour of our campus! Tours are available each weekday and many Saturdays at 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. Tours of the Animal Science and Equestrian Farms are available each weekday at 11 a.m.
opportunities
Clubs and Activities
There are many opportunities outside of the classroom to get involved, including:
- Pre-Vet club
- Collegiate Future Farmers of America
- Block & Bridle
- Beef Cattle Show Team
- Southdown Sheep Show Team
- Collegiate Farm Bureau
- 4 Paws for Ability
- Delta Tau Alpha (National Agriculture Honor Society)
- Academic Quadrathlons
- Partnership with Loop Abroad (Students can earn Animal Science credit for study abroad opportunities at a variety of locations)
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Accreditation
The College of Science is regionally accredited by the Higher Learning Commission (HLC).