Agronomy and Crop Science

Agriculture and Animal Sciences

Award

Associate of Applied Science

Credits

Locations

Calmar

Entry

Fall

Time to Complete

24 Months

Female farmer in the field with technology

You will graduate from this program with top-tier skills and knowledge that qualifies you for employment in one of the highest in-demand fields in agriculture. In the program you develop your expertise in crop production strategies, advanced GPS, GIS and drone technologies and crop management. Hands-on and classroom learning includes operating agronomic equipment, precision farming systems and livestock nutrient management. Completing an internship as part of your learning will provide real-world applications and experiences that prepare you for a successful career in a constantly evolving agriculture industry.

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Paying for the Program

Tuition and Fees

$17,046*

Out-of-State Tuition and Fees

$19,602*

* Approximate cost. Amount reflects the estimated tuition and student fees based on rates at the time of publication. These rates do not include additional expenses (books, tools, supplies, living expenses, licensures, remedial or pre-requisite coursework or partnership tuition and fees, etc.) related to your NICC education. Rates are subject to change.

Financial Aid & Tuition Assistance

There are many options available for tuition savings. Credit programs may have opportunities for Financial Aid eligibility, while non-credit programs have separate tuition savings available on a per-program basis.

Kibbie Grant Eligible

This scholarship is for Iowa residents enrolled in specific high-demand career/technical programs. It provides a maximum award of $4,500 per year for up to two years. The FAFSA is required and the award is based on need.

Last-Dollar Scholarship

This state funded scholarship is for Iowa residents enrolled in specific high-demand career programs and pays remaining tuition costs after all other federal and state aid has been applied. The FAFSA is required and the award is based on need.

NICC Scholarship Eligible

Any student enrolled in this program is eligible for NICC scholarships. The NICC Foundation offers a wide range of scholarship award amounts and all students are encouraged to apply.

Vo-Tech Grant Eligible

This scholarship is for Iowa residents enrolled in specific career/technical programs. It provides a maximum award of $1,000 per year for up to two years. The FAFSA is required and the award is based on need.

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Career Outlook

Enrollment Process

Apply for admission.
Submit official high school, high school equivalency and/or college transcripts to the Admissions Office of the campus you plan to attend.
Complete ACCUPLACER® reading and writing assessment and ALEKS® math assessment for course placement. Assessments may be waived based on previous college coursework or submission of valid ACT®, or SAT® test scores. Reading and writing scores are valid for three years, and math scores are valid for two years.

Program Information

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Tentative First Year Schedule (Fall, Spring and Summer)*

Fall

Monday	Tuesday	Wednesday	Thursday
The College Experience 8:00 a.m.-9:55 a.m.	Principles of Agronomy 8:30 a.m.-9:50 a.m.	The College Experience 8:00 a.m.-9:55 a.m.	Principles of Agronomy 8:30 a.m.-9:50 a.m.
Intro to GIS 10:00 a.m.-12:20 p.m.	Farm Business Management 10:00 a.m.-11:25 a.m.	Intro to GIS 10:00 a.m.-12:20 p.m.	Farm Business Management 10:00 a.m.-11:25 a.m.
	Survey of the Animal Industry 1:00 p.m.-2:45 p.m.		Working with Animals 1:00 p.m.-3:45 p.m.

Spring

Monday	Tuesday	Wednesday	Thursday	Friday
Grain & Forage Crops 10:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.	Pesticide Applicator Certification 10:00 a.m.-11:40 a.m.	Introduction to Agriculture Markets 10:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.	Pesticide Applicator Certification 10:00 a.m.-11:40 a.m.	Internship TBA
Workplace Communications 12:50 p.m.-2:45 p.m.	Precision Farming Systems 1:00 p.m.-2:30 p.m.	Workplace Communications 12:50 p.m.-2:45 p.m.	Internship TBA
Internship TBA	Internship TBA	Internship TBA

Summer

Monday	Tuesday	Wednesday	Thursday	Friday
Internship TBA	Internship TBA	Internship TBA	Internship TBA	Internship TBA

*Proposal only and is subject to change.

Additional Information

Related Student Organizations

Post Secondary Agriculture Students

Program Contacts

Rachel Uhlenhake

Agriculture Instructor

Email: uhlenhaker@nicc.edu
Phone: 563.562.3263, ext. 8111
Location: Dairy Center