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Why Major in Equestrian Science

Students completing the Equestrian Science Program will find many career opportunities in all phases of the horse industry. The Equestrian Science Program offers classroom study and laboratory exercises coupled with supervised on-the-job experience to prepare students for employment or for transfer to a four-year school in order to pursue a bachelor’s degree related to horsemanship.

Special program features include:

  • Hands-on training of horses on campus each semester
  • General education courses which will easily transfer to four-year schools
  • Elective courses to expand an individual’s area of interest and knowledge
  • Supervised on-the-job experience
  • An opportunity to participate in horse judging and evaluation

Discover careers and salaries for this program

Locations
East Campus
Formats
On-campus
Number of Credits
70
Next Start Date
Any Time

Careers In Equestrian Science

Some of the specific jobs available to equine students are stewards, riding instructors, trainers, horse show judges and show personnel.

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10-07-2024 to 10-31-2024

Donuts for a Cause

12Nov
11-12-2024 // 5:00 pm – 6:30 pm

Youth Equestrian Clinic – Nov. 12

16Nov
11-16-2024 // 9:00 am – 9:00 am

Robin Moreland Memorial Ranch Series – Nov. 16

Contact Admissions

Quad-Cities Campus
309-796-5341 or
309-796-5000

East Campus
309-854-1724