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    Agronomy, MS

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    Madison, USMSIn-person2 years
    STEM-OPT
    $51,302.00
    Tuition
    over 24mo
    4%
    Acceptance
    of applicants
    11
    Cohort
    students
    30
    Credits
    $70.00
    App fee

    Agronomy, MS at University of Wisconsin-Madison is a 30-credit, 2-year, in-person MS program based in Madison, US. Tuition is $51,302 and the program is STEM-OPT eligible for international students.

    About the program

    The program generates, integrates, and applies knowledge about crop plants grown for food, feed, and human benefit, addressing efficiency and sustainability of production, quality improvements, and environmentally sound practices. It covers areas such as biotechnology, agroecology, cropping systems, crop management, plant breeding, biochemistry, genetics, and genomics.

    Focus: research

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    Deadlines

    Spring 2027
    Sep 1, 2026
    Fall 2026
    Dec 1, 2026

    Standardized tests

    TOEFL
    required
    Min Refer to the Graduate School: Minimum Requirements for Admission policy: https://policy.wisc.edu/library/UW-1241 (TOEFL: 92 for tests taken before January 21, 2026; 5.0 for tests taken on and after January 21, 2026)
    IELTS
    required
    Min Refer to the Graduate School: Minimum Requirements for Admission policy: https://policy.wisc.edu/library/UW-1241 (IELTS: 7.0)

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    12 months OPT (up to 36 months for STEM)

    $29,960.00
    Annual living cost

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    Prerequisites

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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does Agronomy, MS at University of Wisconsin-Madison cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Agronomy, MS at University of Wisconsin-Madison is $51,302 across 30 required credits.
    Is Agronomy, MS at University of Wisconsin-Madison online or in-person?
    Agronomy, MS at University of Wisconsin-Madison is offered in-person.
    How long does Agronomy, MS at University of Wisconsin-Madison take to complete?
    Agronomy, MS at University of Wisconsin-Madison is structured around 2 years and 30 credits.
    What GPA is required for Agronomy, MS at University of Wisconsin-Madison?
    Per the program's published guidance: 3.00 (last 60 semester hours)
    Is Agronomy, MS at University of Wisconsin-Madison STEM-OPT eligible?
    Yes - Agronomy, MS at University of Wisconsin-Madison is STEM-OPT designated, allowing international graduates to extend their post-completion OPT for up to 36 months total.