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    Horticulture and Agronomy

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    Davis, USMSIn-person2 years
    STEM-OPT
    $56,484.00
    Tuition
    over 24mo
    56%
    Acceptance
    of applicants
    36
    Credits
    $155.00
    App fee

    Horticulture and Agronomy at University of California-Davis is a 36-credit, 2-year, in-person MS program based in Davis, US. Tuition is $56,484 and the program is STEM-OPT eligible for international students.

    About the program

    Focuses on cropping systems such as agronomy, environmental horticulture, pomology, vegetable crops, viticulture, and weed science. Specializations include agroecology, biotechnology, breeding and crop improvement, crop physiology, crop production, floriculture, landscape horticulture, mineral nutrition, modeling, nursery production, pest management, plant growth and development, postharvest physiology, revegetation/restoration, and water relations.

    Focus: both
    UC Davis #2 Agriculture & Forestry (QS)

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    Deadlines

    Fall 2027
    Jan 5, 2027

    Standardized tests

    GRE
    required
    TOEFL
    required
    Min a TOEFL (iBT) score of 105 or higher
    IELTS
    optional
    Min IELTS score of 7.5 or higher

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    12 months OPT (US), 24 months STEM OPT (US)

    $28,370.00
    Annual living cost

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    Prerequisites

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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does Horticulture and Agronomy at University of California-Davis cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Horticulture and Agronomy at University of California-Davis is $56,484 across 36 required credits.
    Is Horticulture and Agronomy at University of California-Davis online or in-person?
    Horticulture and Agronomy at University of California-Davis is offered in-person.
    How long does Horticulture and Agronomy at University of California-Davis take to complete?
    Horticulture and Agronomy at University of California-Davis is structured around 2 years and 36 credits.
    What GPA is required for Horticulture and Agronomy at University of California-Davis?
    Per the program's published guidance: minimum GPA of 3.0
    Is Horticulture and Agronomy at University of California-Davis STEM-OPT eligible?
    Yes - Horticulture and Agronomy at University of California-Davis is STEM-OPT designated, allowing international graduates to extend their post-completion OPT for up to 36 months total.