You will take courses in...
Horse Management
Equine Science
Pasture Management
Health Management
Nutrient Management
Reproduction
Internships/Special Problems
and many others
You can participate in...
Equestrian Club -
Train and ride in our campus stable
Equestrian Team –
Compete in inter-collegiate show association meets
Veterinary Science Club –
On- and off-campus activities involving animals and their health
Equine Studies (.pdf)
Love horses? Considering a career involving or working with horses? Seeking a program that is a cut above the rest? Interested in an exciting major that will prepare you for a real-world career?
Equine Studies offers hands-on learning opportunities in the area of equine science and management. The Department of Animal and Avian Sciences at the University of Maryland offers undergraduate students the opportunity to emphasize on horses while pursuing a Bachelor of Science degree in Animal Science. Students may take equine courses that explore a wide range of topics including anatomy and physiology, nutrition, reproduction, exercise, law, insurance, facilities, health and disease, pasture management, and more. Our courses are designed to provide valuable hands-on learning experiences to better prepare students to be future leaders in the horse industry as well as other industries. In addition, ANSC students may take one or more equine courses within the Institute of Applied Agriculture.
Student Services:
- College and departmental scholarships for incoming freshmen.
- Modern laboratories, new equine research facility, teaching facilities and technology, animal rooms, and a campus teaching farm, available to help you prepare for your chosen career.
- Opportunities for leadership roles and for social and professional interaction through student organizations.
- Faculty available to answer questions…
Dr. Amy Burk (Department of Animal & Avian Sciences)
Ms. Erin Petersen (Institute of Applied Agriculture)
For additional information on Applications, contact Elizabeth Weiss
0112 Symons Hall, Phone: 301-314-7222, E-mail: eweiss@deans.umd.edu
For additional information on curricula, contact Libby Dufour
1415A Animal SciencesCenter, Phone: 301-405-1373, E-mail: libbyd@umd.edu
