Master of Agriculture in Horticulture

Graduate degrees in Horticulture are administered by the Graduate Faculty within the Department of Horticultural Sciences in accordance with all relevant policies and procedures of Texas A&M University.

The Master of Agriculture (MAgr) degree in Horticulture is designed for a student who wants professional graduate education that provides management training and emphasizes problem-solving, critical thinking and communication skills through innovative teaching and directed horticultural internships. The MAgr degree in Horticulture strives to prepare students for a position in a horticultural-related industry with the skills obtained through their coursework and internship allowing them to grow into a leadership position within their chosen industry.

An individual with a baccalaureate degree from a college or university of recognized standing, or a qualified Texas A&M University senior during his/her last semester, may apply for admission to graduate studies to pursue the non-thesis degree of Master of Agriculture. The candidate’s advisory committee shall specify prerequisite work where necessary.