
Tuesday: Noon - 3:30 p.m.
Wednesday: 9:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Thursday: 9:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Description of Major
This major educates students about the growth, distribution and utilization of ornamental plants, fruits and vegetables.
For more information on studying Horticulture: click here
Employment Opportunities
Graduates are prepared for a wide range of positions in commercial greenhouses, public and private parks and gardens. A variety of jobs are available for horticulture graduates, including:
| Agricultural Advisor | Agronomist |
| Aquaculture Technician | Arborists |
| Biologist | Botanical Technician |
| Botanist | Certified Seed Grower |
| Conservation Scientist | Crop Production Advisor |
| Crop Scientist | Ecologist |
| Entomologist | Environmental Landscaper |
| Farm Manager | Farmer |
| Floral Designers | Florist |
| Forester | Gardener |
| Golf Course Management | Greens Keeper |
| Grounds Maintenance Worker | Groundskeeper |
| Habitat Restoration Specialist | Horticultural Scientist |
| Horticultural Technician | Horticulturist |
| Irrigation Specialist | Landscape Architect |
| Landscape Contractor | Landscape Gardener |
| Lawn Care Specialist | Nursery Assistant |
| Nursery Manager | Park Naturalist |
| Park Ranger | Pest and Weed Controller |
| Plant Breeding Technician | Plant Geneticist |
| Tree Service Technician | Turf Grass Management |
| Urban and Regional Planner |
Some positions listed may require education or training beyond an undergraduate degree.
Additional Links
International Society for Horticultural Science
National Gardening Association