Academics

Academics

Academics

The Dale Bumpers College of Agricultural, Food and Life Sciences offers 14 majors and 24 minors to prepare students for rewarding professional careers developing sustainable solutions for food, family and environmental issues.  All of the academic programs within the Bumpers College are nationally accredited. Our academic programs unequivocally provide our students with the skills necessary to gain employment or continue their path through higher education after graduation, as the college has one of the highest graduation rates at the University. 


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Departments

Majors, minors and concentrations are offered through 8 academic departments and the School of Human Environmental Sciences.

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Majors & Minors

The Bumpers College has 14 majors and 24 minors to prepare students for rewarding professional careers developing sustainable solutions for food, family and environmental issues. 

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Academic Advising & Student Services

Our advisors are committed to a strong, effective academic advising program developed to enhance the education experience and maximize opportunities for Bumpers College students. 

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Honors Program

The Bumpers College Honors Program is designed for undergraduate students who want to experience the satisfaction of completing creative projects or research aimed at discovering new knowledge in close association with faculty mentors.

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International Programs

The International Programs Office serves to support faculty, students, international partners, and university leadership to increase opportunities for students to engage in faculty-led programs, internships, exchange programs, and study abroad activities that include research.

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Distance Education

The Bumpers College offers multiple online courses and graduate programs through collaboration with Global Campus, ACCEPtS, Great Plains IDEA and AG*IDEA. 

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Scholarships & Financial Aid

Thanks to our generous supporters, the Bumpers College awards more than $1,000,000 in scholarships to students seeking degrees in food, family and the environment annually. 

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Policies & Guidelines

It's important for Bumpers College students to be knowledgeable about the University and College policies and guidelines. The Dean's Office provides forms and resources our students might need to complete specific academic processes.