2024-2025 Graduate Catalog 
    
    Sep 16, 2024  
2024-2025 Graduate Catalog

Agricultural Education (M.S.)

Location(s): Online


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Program Coordinator/Contact

Laura Hasselquist, Associate Professor
School of Education, Counseling and Human Development
Wenona Hall 104
605-688-4545

Program Information

The master’s degree in Agricultural Education is designed to meet the needs of individuals who work (or plan to work) in agricultural education, non-profit organizations, post-secondary education or in agriculture leadership. The School of Education, Counseling and Human Development provides professional preparation for those who want to expand their knowledge and advance themselves professionally in the agricultural industry.

Accreditation, Certification, Licensure

This program may lead to alternative certification in agricultural education at the secondary level in South Dakota.

Course Delivery Format

The program can be completed online through the Brookings Campus.

Student Learning Outcomes


  • Knowledge of current issues: A graduate of the agricultural education master’s program displays knowledge of current practices, research, theories, and issues in education.
  • Knowledge of learning: A graduate of the agricultural education master’s program demonstrates knowledge of how students learn and effective apply that knowledge within a variety of educational contexts.
  • Curricular processes: A graduate of the agricultural education master’s program effectively participates in curricular processes.
  • Communication skills: A graduate of the agricultural education master’s program effectively communicates.
  • Foundational lifetime learning skills: A graduate of the agricultural education master’ s displays commitment to professional involvement and growth through continual learning, reflective practice, and collaboration.
  • Technology: A graduate of the agricultural education master’s program makes appropriate use of educational technology.

Available Options for Graduate Degrees


Master of Science Thesis 30 Credit Hours
  Non-Thesis 30 Credit Hours

Select one of the following options


Thesis


Non-Thesis


  • Electives Credits: 15

Total Required Credits: 30 (Thesis & Non-Thesis)


Additional Admission Requirements


GRE: Not required
TOEFL: 71 Internet-based or higher
TOEFL Essentials: 7.5
IELTS: 6.0
Duolingo: 100

Applicants must provide a resume, goal statement, and two professional letters of reference as part of the application process.

General Requirements


Graduate students should consult with their advisor before registering for graduate coursework. For additional information, refer to the Master’s Degree Requirements .