Overview

The Horticulture program of the University of Minnesota is an applied (rather than research-based) degree, focused on coursework and learning that you can apply directly to growing and managing plants.

Why Choose the MPS in Horticulture?

The Horticulture degree is

Relevant—This is an applied, rather than a research degree. You'll gain knowledge you can apply immediately to the care and management of plants.

Customizable—With only 15 required Horticulture credits, you can take related courses that match your interests (see our Sample Specializations below).

Marketable—The world needs people who know how to responsibly grow, maintain, and restore landscapes, plants, and vegetables.

Welcoming—We aim to promote diversity, inclusivity, and equity to provide an enriching and rewarding experience for everyone.

What Can I Do With a Master's Degree in Horticulture?

You can go into a variety of related fields. Companies are looking for employees who not only have a plant science background but can also communicate and manage effectively.

Find Your Place in the Industry

Horticulturists can work in a wide variety of organizations—owned by industry, government, institutions, or privately—that are involved in the care and maintenance of plants, such as:

Parks

Greenhouses or garden centers

Botanical or public gardens

Nurseries or orchards

Golf courses or athletic fields

Sod or tree farms

Landscaping companies

Aquariums or zoos

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Common Medicinal Plants

Turfgrass Management

Turfgrass Weed and Disease Science

Turfgrass Science

Applications of Plant Biotechnology

Spring Flowering Bulbs

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-01-21 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-10-15 00:00:00
Starting 2027-09-03 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-03-15 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

30 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Minneapolis, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

2.8

English requirements

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General requirements

A bachelor's degree from an accredited post-secondary US institution, or its foreign equivalent

A minimum undergraduate GPA of 2.8

Evidence of knowledge of current, introductory college level concepts of algebra and chemistry and biology or botany or plant propagation

The GRE (Graduate Record Examination) is not required

Professional statement: Typically one to two pages, double-spaced, should describe your personal and/or career goals

Diversity statement: Optional

Extenuating Circumstances statement: If your undergraduate GPA is below 2.8 or you have less work experience, please provide an explanation

Two letters of recommendation

Transcripts

Resume or CV

GRE Scores

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

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Non-residents

28080 USD / year

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Out-of-State

28080 USD / year

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Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

28080 USD / year

≈ 28080 USD / year

Living costs

Minneapolis

United States

1130 - 2045 USD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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Overview

Why Choose the MPS in Horticulture?

What Can I Do With a Master's Degree in Horticulture?

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

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Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

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What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

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Living costs

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Financing

Funding

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