Prospective Students
Thank you for your interest in the Department of Animal and Range Sciences at Montana State University!
Why Animal and Range Sciences?
Our respected programs are designed to introduce you to a range of agricultural and natural resource courses and options in animal science, ranching systems, natural resources and rangeland ecology that serve as a springboard to many opportunities.
Our faculty and staff are dedicated to all aspects of the animal production industry, including livestock, water, range and pasture, wildlife management, nutrition, reproduction and meat products. Through engaging instruction inside and outside the classroom, we pass this dedication on to our students.
We place the highest priority on education and student advancement, evidenced by our robust curriculum, experiential learning, investment in facilities and laboratories and low student-instructor ratio. Graduates of our programs find meaningful careers that combine their interests, skills and knowledge.
We offer Bachelor of Science degrees in:
Animal Science
- Livestock Management and Industry Option Requirements
- Science Option Requirements
- Equine Science Option Requirements
- Animal Science Minor (Non-teaching) Requirements
- Genetics Minor (Non-teaching) Requirements
Natural Resources and Rangeland Ecology: Major and Minor
- Rangeland Ecology and Management Requirements
- Wildlife Habitat Ecology and Management Requirements
- Rangeland Ecology Minor (Non-teaching) Requirements
Ranching Sysytems (Dan Scott Ranch Management Program)
Worried About Expenses?
The College of Agriculture offers more scholarships than any other college at MSU's Bozeman campus. Priority applications are by due February 1.
Visit Us
We invite you to tour our department, visit with faculty, students and staff, explore our campus and sit in on our classes!
For more information about our programs or to schedule a visit, contact Haily Griggs, Student Success Coordinator.
Haily Griggs
Montana State University
P.O. Box 172900, Bozeman, MT 59717
About MSU and Bozeman
Montana State University is a top-tier research university located in beautiful Bozeman, a city with a small-town vibe and big-city amenities. With a stunning backdrop of mountains, myriad fishing and hunting opportunities, ample powder for ski enthusiasts, hiking and biking trails, world-class museums, a vibrant nightlife, locally owned restaurants and Yellowstone National Park in our backyard, it's easy to see why MSU and Bozeman consistently appear high on "best of" lists ranking educational institutions and quality of life.
Recent mentions include:
- No. 3 Best College Town in America: BestColleges.com (2023)
- Top 10 Military Friendly School: Military.Friendly.com (2023)
- Best Places to Live: Livability (2022)
- Best Global Universities: U.S. News & World Reports (2021)