Department of
Animal Science
9 Degree Programs
The Department of Animal Science offers dynamic and challenging undergraduate and graduate programs that cover a broad variety of fields including animal behavior, animal biotechnology, beef cattle, dairy science, equine science, food science and technology, meat science, physiology of reproduction, sheep and goats, and swine.
15+ Research Focus Areas
The mission of the Department of Animal Science is to improve lives through discovery, integration, dissemination and application of science-based knowledge of animals and animal products. Today, the Department of Animal Science at Texas A&M University has achieved national and international prominence as the largest and most complex department of animal science in the nation.
100+ High-Impact Learning Experiences
Students pursuing a degree in Animal Science at Texas A&M University have multiple opportunities to take part in high-impact learning experiences. With 10 nationally recognized competitive teams, department-led education abroad programs, industry tours, student research, and local, state, national, and international internships, every student has the chance to participate.
Animal Science News
Miller first female recipient of R.C. Pollock Award
Rhonda Miller, Ph.D., Texas A&M AgriLife Research Faculty Fellow and professor of meat science in the Texas A&M College of Agriculture and Life Sciences Department of Animal Science, was named the 2024 R.C. Pollock Award winner, the highest honor given by the American Meat Science Association, AMSA. She is the first female recipient in the 47-year history of the award. The R.C. Pollock Award recognizes a dedicated AMSA member whose teaching, research, extension or service has made a lasting impact and contribution to the meat science industry.
Texas Aggie Rodeo Team members claim College National Finals Rodeo titles
Texas Aggie Rodeo Team members recently claimed national titles at the College National Finals Rodeo, CNFR, in Casper, Wyoming. The Aggie women’s team finished third in the nation. Madalyn Richards ’25 was named the 2024 Breakaway Roping Champion and earned the 2024 Women’s All-Around title. Tylie McDonald ’27 was named the 2024 Rookie Goat Tying Champion, and Gavin French ’25 placed fifth in the nation in bareback riding.
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