Master of Horticultural Science
North Carolina State University at Raleigh

Program Details

Are you interested in opening a greenhouse or running a plant breeding laboratory? If you are interested in gaining an in-depth understanding of horticultural science and practices that will help you meet your career goals, you should check out this online agriculture degree. Courses cover a wide range of topics, including fruits, vegetables, nursery and floriculture crops, and cross-commodity areas such as plant breeding, weed science, postharvest physiology, landscape design, and more.  

Customize your degree by choosing from several sub-fields, such as:

  • Soil science
  • Plant biology
  • Entomology
  • Agricultural economics
  • Agricultural engineering

With horticultural science growing, there is a corresponding need for experts in the field. Gain the education needed to fill this role without interrupting your career by earning this agriculture degree online.

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School Accreditation & Licensing

North Carolina State University at Raleigh is accredited by:

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC)

Program Requirements & Restrictions

Minimum Education

Bachelor Degree

Recommended GPA

3.0 or above (4.0 scale)

Admission Tests

GRE, Proof of English Language Proficiency (International Students)

Application Requirements

Official College Transcript(s), Recommendation/Reference Letter(s)

Additional Info

  • Previous coursework in math, chemistry and biology required