Masters

Applied Science, MAS (Beef Cattle Production)

Master of Applied Science degree with beef Cattle Production specialization

The online Master of Applied Science (MAS) with a specialization in Beef Cattle Production degree program offers students interested in beef cattle the opportunity to become more familiar with nutrition, meat science, genetics, and growth topics.

Total Credits

$357

Cost Per Credit

Online

UNL

Students choose the Applied Science, MAS (Beef Cattle Production) program to:

Develop an understanding of beef production as a system and be exposed to production practices that may enhance profitability and stewardship.
Gain an understanding of statistics to better evaluate research data.
Understand how biochemical underpinnings of agricultural production affect growth and nutrient metabolism.
Access the University’s beef cattle resources after they complete their degree.
Advance their education while continuing to work in their profession.

The University of Nebraska–Lincoln, chartered as a land-grant university on February 15, 1869, creates opportunities for the state of Nebraska. It ranks consistently in the top tier of national research universities.

Students learn from faculty who create new knowledge, develop one-to-one connections with students and foster a sense of community. UNL is a proud member of the Big Ten Conference, the Big Ten Academic Alliance, and the Association of Public and Land-grant Universities (APLU).

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Career Outlook

Throughout the world, there is a growing demand for beef, which in turn increases job development related to beef production. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, employment in animal caretaking is projected to grow 34.4% in the U.S. by 2030 and employment in veterinary sciences is projected to grow 15%. Beef and beef cattle related jobs are vital to Nebraska and the entire U.S. Throughout the U.S., there are 32.6 million beef cows and 26.2 million cattle fed out each year. Beef production accounts for approximately 41% of the total economic impact in the U.S. from all livestock and poultry.

Career paths may include:

Veterinary medicine
Agricultural and food science technicians
Technical support for livestock feed and pharmaceutical companies
Federal, state and local government agencies
Animal breeding

Finance Your Education

The University of Nebraska offers some of the most affordable tuition rates in the region, particularly for our online programs. Explore the array of funding options to finance your education in a way that makes sense for you.

Online tuition rates are calculated by credit hour and college offering the course and, because the University of Nebraska is a public institution supported by Nebraska taxpayers, Nebraska residents may receive a lower tuition rate than out-of-state students.

Cost Per Credit
In-State	Out-of-State
$357	$700
Note: Campuses may charge additional fees; see the Paying for School page for more details.

Financial Aid and Scholarships

We believe cost should not be a barrier to accessing higher education, even for online programs. Financial aid and scholarships are available for many students. Please see the Paying for School page for additional information and links to campus financial aid resources.

Military and Veteran Services

Our programs are an ideal way for military, veterans, and dependents to advance education with military advisers and staff on each campus, flexible deployment and activation policies, and generous acceptance of transfer credits. Visit our Prospective Student page and explore what the University of Nebraska offers.

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