Overview

Students will develop tailored programs and thesis projects under the guidance of faculty mentors that address topics related to animal health, nutrition, physiology, production, and management. The attainment of a master's degree also permits qualified candidates to pursue further specialized training, gain entrance to professional schools, or to pursue a doctorate. The degree program also allows an internship through which students may complement theoretical and technical studies and assure industrial orientation.

Program Admissions

An applicant for admission to the master of science program in Animal Science at Cal Poly Pomona University must have a baccalaureate degree in an animal-related field and an undergraduate grade point average of 3.0 for unconditional admission. A final oral examination covering the thesis project and the candidate's area of specialization must be successfully completed.Candidates must complete a formal thesis. The thesis must be presented, defended, and submitted for binding in accordance with university regulations during the semester in which the candidate expects to graduate.

Programme Structure

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-22 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-06-01 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

30 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Pomona, United States

Disciplines

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General requirements

An applicant for admission to the master of science program in animal science must have a baccalaureate degree in an animal-related field and an undergraduate grade point average of 3.0 for unconditional admission. All applicants must have a major professor within the department who has agreed to serve as their mentor prior to admission. In addition, the Department of Animal and Veterinary Sciences must have received three letters of evaluation from individuals familiar with the applicant's academic qualifications and potential as a graduate student. Applicants not meeting these standards may be conditionally admitted with the department's approval.

Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

15208 USD / year

≈ 15208 USD / year
Out-of-State

15208 USD / year

≈ 15208 USD / year
Domestic

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In-State

8872 USD / year

≈ 8872 USD / year

Living costs

Pomona

United States

1100 - 1600 USD / month

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