About this program
Every day, people around the world rely on animals for food, companionship and labor. At the Department of Animal Sciences, you’ll explore how humans and animals connect in ways that sustain life, improve health and shape the future of agriculture.
Here, learning isn’t limited to the classroom. You might be helping with dairy nutrition research one week, managing a beef herd the next or studying how genetics can improve animal health. Whether you dream of becoming a veterinarian, a livestock manager or an animal researcher, Animal Sciences gives you the hands-on experience, mentorship, and science-based foundation to get there.
Our faculty are not just experts — they’re passionate teachers and mentors who will help you find your path, build confidence and prepare for a career that makes a real impact.
What can I do with this degree?
Animal Sciences students turn their passion for animals into meaningful careers. Graduates work in:
- Veterinary medicine and animal health
- Livestock and equine management
- Food safety and meat science
- Research, genetics and biotechnology
- Agribusiness, nutrition and education
Ohio State’s location offers access to state-of-the-art teaching and research facilities, including the new Multispecies Animal Learning Center (MALC) at the nearby Waterman Agricultural and Natural Resources Laboratory, all just minutes from downtown Columbus. These spaces give students real-world experience that employers notice.
Internships, undergraduate research and study abroad opportunities connect classroom learning with industry experience. It’s no wonder that Animal Sciences is one of CFAES’ most in-demand majors, with graduates going on to veterinary school, graduate programs and leadership roles across animal-related industries.
Why Choose Animal Sciences?
At Animal Sciences, you’ll join a community that shares your love of animals and your drive to make a difference. You’ll learn from experts who care deeply about your growth, and you’ll gain the confidence to lead in fields that keep our food systems, farms and families strong.
Whether you grew up showing animals through 4-H, volunteering at a local shelter or simply want to turn your curiosity into a career, there’s a place for you here.
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