Why Study Animal Science at DelVal?

  • You will apply what you’re learning in on-campus agriculture facilities in year one with our animal facilities right on main campus
  • Care for, breed and manage beef cattle, horses, sheep and swine.
  • Learn from highly-credentialed faculty who share your passion for animals and agriculture, and bring expertise in a broad range of teaching experience and research interests. 
  • Make connections with engaged students through our animal science-focused clubs and organizations
  • Study animal behavior, anatomy, nutrition, genetics, diseases, physiology and reproduction as well as topics such as agricultural economics, marketing, legal aspects and more
  • Specialize in livestock science and management (the study of food and fiber producing animal management) or the pre-professional animal science track (preparation for graduate, professional or veterinary school).
  • Have access to a robust network of alumni for career and internship opportunities.
100%
of students gain real-world experience
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100%
of students receive financial aid
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Average class size
College-aged students in a classroom.

Animal Science Program At-A-Glance

Sample Animal Science Program Courses

  • Introduction to Animal Science
  • Livestock Industries and Careers
  • Animal Nutrition
  • Animal Husbandry Techniques
  • Animal Anatomy and Physiology
  • Small Ruminant Science
  • Beef Science
  • Swine Science
  • Poultry Science
  • Alternative Agricultural Animal Production
  • Spanish for Agriculture
  • Physiology of Reproduction

DelVal Animal Science Laboratory Facilities

A nutrition laboratory where students learn about nutrient analysis and rations.

An anatomy and physiology laboratory where students learn about basic structure and function as well as reproduction.

DelVal Animal Science and Agriculture Facilities

  • Dairy Science Center
  • Livestock Breeding Facilities (cows, horses, sheep, pigs)
  • Equine Breeding Center
  • Swine Science facility

Recommended Animal Science Minors

Strengthen your degree in animal science by choosing from these minors at Delaware Valley University:

  • Agribusiness
  • Biology
  • Business Administration
  • Conservation and Wildlife Management
  • Crop Science
  • Food Systems
  • One Health Communication
  • Policy Studies
  • Small Animal Science 

What kinds of jobs and career opportunities can I pursue with an animal science degree?

Graduates of the animal science bachelor’s degree program at Delaware Valley University are prepared for a variety of jobs with our animal science degree—in the public, private and government sectors—and for admission into top graduate and veterinary schools. Your degree in animal science will give you a valuable combination of knowledge and experience.

  • Veterinary school
  • Working in research
  • A career as a livestock farm manager
  • A career in agribusiness
  • Working in government positions
  • Working as a veterinary assistant
  • A career as an animal care technician
  • Working in the pharmaceutical industry as a lab technician
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Experience360 program

Through the Experience360 program at Delaware Valley, you’ll prepare for jobs with an animal science degree by applying what you learn in the classroom to real-world internships, career exploration experiences, student research, study abroad, leadership development and more.

About our Livestock Science Center

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Get Involved

Student Clubs & Organizations

Fortify your animal science degree while you make new friends and lifelong connections by getting involved in DelVal student clubs and organizations that are ideal for animal science degree students:

Joanne Powell, Co-Chair, Department of Animal Science, Instructor

Office Location: Feldman 112

POV of an Animal Science Student

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A student holding a calf
Female student holding a pink pig
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