Undergraduate Program
The University of Nebraska-Lincoln Animal Science Department is both proud and honored to be home to a nationally recognized undergraduate education program. With excellent faculty, state-of-the-art facilities, work and research opportunities, and a customized education plan for each student, the Animal Science Department is a perfect chance to take your education to the next level. The following pages can give you more information about our program as well as show what being a part of the department entails.
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We know choosing a college is one of the most important decisions a high school student has to make. Let us show you why UNL Animal Science would make a great next step in your education. Talk to faculty, advisors, and students in the Department to see how you can focus your academic program on your specific area of interest - because when it comes to education, one size does not fit all. |
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The transition from high school to college is an exciting time, but it can also be stressful - it doesn't have to be! By following the First Semester Checklist and getting to know your new fellow students and professors right away, your year will be off to a great start. This page can get you acquainted with the Department and help make your entrance into college life much easier. |
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With six current options to choose from, the Animal Science Department lets students customize their education. Check out the information for all the options to help you decide which direction you want to focus on. Information on classes and requirements can be found here as well as a sample schedule to help you plan your coursework. |
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Becoming involved in campus clubs and activities is an important part of college life. Not only will you meet new friends and industry professionals, it's a great chance to explore your interests and have fun. See what Animal Science clubs and teams you can become a part of! |
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Scholarships and Financial Aid 
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College is expensive, but with over $10,000 in scholarships given to incoming students, the Department is helping to make it more affordable. Once you apply to UNL, make sure you fill out the Freshman Scholarship Application on this page and check out other opportunities to help fund your education. |
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Internships and work experience are an important part of Animal Science. This page lists many opportunities to get into the industry as an undergraduate while earning credit towards graduation. In addition, work and research positions are often available within the Department offering a chance to earn some money while learning more about the field. |
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Knowledge is power, and this site is designed to conveniently put at hand all the information students will need when applying, lining up housing and parking, and, of course, ordering football tickets! |
Join the Tradition! UNL Animal Science Top 10 Program Highlights According to Students:
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1. Faculty members, among the nation’s leading professionals in teaching, research and extension, serve as student advisors and meet regularly with students outside the classroom. With 38 faculty members, the department has one of the lowest student-to-teacher ratios in the region. |
| 2. Students benefit significantly from Animal Science Departmental Scholarships. Nearly $11,000 in scholarships have been awarded to incoming students, and close to $30,000 awarded to continuing students in the Animal Science Department for the 2006-2007 academic year. |
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3. Experiential learning offers opportunities for national and international travel though intercollegiate team competitions, internships, week-long study tours focused on meats, swine, horse, feedlot and other interest areas, and faculty-led trips to New Zealand and Mexico. |
| 4. Positive modifications to the Animal Science program include extensive recent and ongoing expansion in the areas of Equine Science, Companion Animals, Beef Production and Veterinary Sciences in cooperation with other departments in UNL’s College of Agricultural Sciences and Natural Resources. |
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5. The Animal Science program has recently been ranked #4 on the list of leading universities serving the meat and poultry industries by Meat and Poultry magazine, and three undergraduates were recent winners of the highly competitive National Meat Association Scholarships. |
| 6. Recent successes by judging teams include having students named to the All American Intercollegiate Livestock Judging Team for the past four consecutive years, a recent top-ten placing in the North American International Livestock Judging Contest, and a 6th place overall finish in the National Meat Animal Evaluation Contest. |
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7. A growing equine program has had many recent successes, including a 6th place team finish at the Intercollegiate Horse Show Association National Championship and a first place team finish at the NACTA Horse Judging Contest. |
| 8. Extensive opportunities for student involvement include the Block and Bridle Club, Animal Science Ambassadors, Animal Science Leadership Academy, Equestrian Team, Horse Judging Team, Livestock Judging Team, Meat Animal Evaluation Competition Team, Meats Judging Team and others. |
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9. On site state of the art animal handling and research facilities allow hands-on learning with cattle, horses, swine, sheep, poultry and small animals. |
| 10. An ideal location in Nebraska's capital city provides opportunities for unique educational experiences involving all aspects of the state's internationally prominent beef production industry, as well as the state's highly competitive swine, poultry, equine and companion animal industries. |
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