AG RI CU LT U R E
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DEGREES & PROGRAMS
The world of agriculture offers boundless opportunities as the global demand for food, animal feed and energy continues to grow. Earning a degree in this field now can sow the seeds of your success later. In fact, the current student placement rate in this program is 100%.
Agriculture Industry and Technology (Agronomy)
BSC’s Agronomy program prepares you for a wide range of agronomy industry positions within the field of agriculture. Comprehensive coursework includes everything from crop science and agribusiness to soil science and precision farming. Students learn about the most up-to-date agricultural practices and precision technology; including guidance systems, handheld GPS systems, GIS software and variable rate fertilizer application. The program also requires participation in a cooperative education internship.
CAREERS
Agronomist Sales
$49.8K AVERAGE SALARY
Crop Scout Crop Seed & Protection Sales
Agriculture, Technology, Food & Natural Resources
Planning for a bachelor’s degree? Start with our two-year Agriculture program, then transfer to a four-year college in any agriculture discipline. In this pathway, you will complement your general education requirements with agriculture classes that align with your bachelor’s degree.
CAREERS
$65.4K AVERAGE SALARY
Research Technician Agribusiness Manager Ag Educator Finance/Banking
Agribusiness
If you’re interested in the business of supporting farms and ranches and planning to pursue an agribusiness management and/or sales related position, consider this option. BSC’s technology-infused curriculum will prepare you to face the challenges of today’s agricultural industries. You’ll study accounting, agricultural finance, marketing, precision farming, crop/soil science and livestock production. The program also requires that you participate in a cooperative education internship.
CAREERS
Insurance Ag Sales & Service
$49.7K AVERAGE SALARY Ag Lending Ag Business Manager
Agriculture Management
If you’re ready to grow your agriculture career beyond the field, consider a 4-year degree in Agriculture Management. BSC’s applied bachelor’s degree builds on your agriculturerelated associate degree and prepares you to lead in today’s evolving agricultural industry. You’ll strengthen your skills in business, management and agricultural operations while gaining the practical knowledge needed to make informed decisions for farms, ranches and ag-based businesses.
CAREERS
$62.7K AVERAGE SALARY
Agribusiness Operations Agricultural Consulting
Agricultural Sales and Services
Attending Bismarck State College allowed me to discover my interests; improve and sharpen my personal development; increase my job opportunities; achieve job security; prepare for the challenges in my career; and create long-lasting relationships and professional connections. My internship was also very beneficial because it gave me hands-on work experience and the opportunity to apply acquired knowledge to real work experiences, witnessing firsthand the day-to-day job duties. -Zach Renz, Associate of Applied Science in Agriculture Industry & Technology
Limited Enrollment on Campus
Limited Enrollment online
Transfer
*Earning estimates were provided by Lightcast in the summer of 2026
Farm and Ranch Management
The Farm and Ranch Management program prepares students to manage successful crop or livestock production operations. Students gain practical knowledge in agricultural finance, accounting, marketing, crop and soil science, livestock production, and precision agriculture technology. Through hands-on learning and technologyintegrated coursework, students develop the skills needed to address the challenges of today’s agriculture industry and succeed in agricultural business and production management.
CAREERS
Farm/Ranch Manager Farm/Ranch Owner
$49.9K AVERAGE SALARY Foreman
AGRICULTURE INDUSTRY PARTNERSHIPS Industry partnerships are a core part of the BSC Agriculture program. BSC collaborates with regional industry professionals that assist with hands-on classroom instruction, offer top internship experiences and full-time job opportunities. With a 100% job placement rating, these one on one interactions with industry professionals provide BSC students an advantage in securing a successful career.
CERTIFICATES Ranch Operations
Train for an entry-level position in the Production Livestock Industry. Through hands-on learning, labs, practicum experience and technology infused curriculum, you will gain the skills to assess health and treatment regimens, interpret nutritional needs and feeding systems, execute pasture and grazing management, and discuss issues facing the livestock industry.
CAREERS
Ranch Hand Feedlot Assistant
Livestock Worker
Unmanned Aerial Systems
Gain new opportunities and enhance your current career by obtaining skills in Unmanned Aerial Systems. With this certificate, you will develop skills to manage and plan flight operations, as well as collect and process imagery data for analysis. This certificate can be applied to multiple applications, including agriculture, energy, construction, emergency response, aerial videography and photography. Upon completion, you will be prepared to take the FAA 107c licensure exam.
CAREERS
Aerial Videographer UAS Remote Pilot
UAS Avionic Technician UAS Data Analyst
Stack certificates to build into a 2- or 4-year degree. bismarckstate.edu/Certificates
Select programs receive funding from the U.S. Department of Labor; therefore, veterans and eligible spouses receive priority of service over non-covered persons. (20 CFR 1010) Bismarck State College cannot guarantee the ability to earn any professional license in any field, in any state or territory. The list of states/territories where you may seek employment after completing the program is found at bismarckstate.edu/about/Student-Disclosure-Information
DUAL CREDIT & EARLY ENTRY
CLEP/AP
Early Entry students enroll in a college course to receive college credit. These courses are usually taken at the BSC campus or online.
AP (Advanced Placement) courses are taken in high school. Students can receive college credit if they earn a 3 or higher on the exam.
Dual Credit students enroll in a college course to receive both college and high school credit. These courses are usually taken at the high school or via interactive video.
MILITARY
BSC awards credit for Military Training Programs as outlined by the American Council on Education (ACE).
With CLEP (College-Level Examination Program), a student can earn college credit for what they already know on any of 34 CLEP examinations.
PRIOR LEARNING
Prior Learning Assessment (PLA) provides an opportunity for adults to earn college credit for knowledge and competencies they’ve gained outside the classroom.
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