coas.siu.edu | Prospective Students

JUST THE FACTS . . .

The College of Agricultural Sciences at Southern Illinois University Carbondale provides academic instruction to nearly 900 undergraduate and graduate students. The college offers a full compliment of programs and is recognized as a top teaching and research institution. Faculty, staff, and students are committed to excellence in academics, research and outreach programs that have a significant impact on the future of agriculture and agriculture-related issues.

GENERAL INFORMATION

Founded: 1955

Location: Carbondale, Illinois (population 25,597)

Mascot: Salukis

Colors: Maroon and White

Student Organizations: 27

Faculty:

· 13 Professors

· 23 Associate Professors

· 16 Assistant Professors

· 6 Instructors

Student/Faculty Ratio: 14 to 1

Accreditations:

· Society of American Foresters

· Council on Hotel Restaurant and Institutional Education

· American Dietetic Association

· American Society of Agricultural and Biological Engineers

RESEARCH AND EDUCATION LABORATORIES

· 2,000 Acres

· 2 Agronomy Research Centers

· 7 Cooperative Research Sites

· Tree Improvement Center

· Horticulture Research Center

· Orchards

· Food and Nutrition Labs

· Hospitality and Tourism Labs

· Computer Labs

· Feed Mill

· Equine Center

· Beef Testing Station

· Dairy Center

· Swine Center

· Beef Center

· Turfgrass Plots

· 3 Teaching Greenhouses

· 6 Research Greenhouses

· Vermicomposting Center

· Vineyard

UNDERGRADUATE PROGRAMS

Agribusiness Economics

· Agribusiness Management and Finance

· Energy and Environmental Policy

· Farm Business Management

· Pre-Law

· Sales and Marketing

Agricultural Systems

· Agricultural Communications

· Agricultural Education

· Agricultural Production
· Agricultural Systems Technology

· General Agriculture

Animal Science

· Animal Production

· Equine Science

· Pre-Veterinary Medicine and Science

Forestry

· Forest Hydrology

· Forest Resources Management

· Forest Recreation and Park Management

· Urban Forest Management

Human Nutrition and Dietetics

Hospitality and Tourism Administration

Plant and Soil Science

· Business

· Environmental Studies

· General

· Landscape Horticulture

· Science

· Turfgrass Management

TAKE A CLOSER LOOK ...

In the Fall of 2008, the University put together a promotional video about the College of Agricultural Sciences. Please take a few minutes to view it and learn more about our College. We’re sure you will agree that we are … “more than meets the eye!”

If you have additional questions regarding the College, please feel free to contact our Student Services Office.

Michelle Sullivan

Coordinator of Recruitment & Retention

College of Agricultural Sciences

Southern Illinois University Carbondale

1205 Lincoln Drive [Mail Code 4416]

Carbondale, Illinois 62901

E-Mail: sully@siu.edu

Phone: 618.453.3014

USEFUL LINKS

· Admissions

· Tuition and Fees

· Housing

· Financial Aid

· SIUC Prospective Student Website

CHECK OUT THE LIVING LEARNING CENTER FOR AG STUDENTS ...

The College of Agricultural Sciences has a Living Learning Center [LLC] that is available to all freshman, new transfer, and continuing students enrolled in the College of Agricultural Sciences.

Steagall Hall, located on beautiful Thompson Point on the SIUC campus, is the LLC for the College of Agricultural Sciences. At Steagall Hall, students can enjoy learning in a supportive environment just for agricultural sciences students. .

To inquire about how you can register for the LLC at Steagall Hall, contact the Academic Initiatives Office at 618.453.7535 to learn about important dates and deadlines for registering to be a part of the Steagall Hall LLC for the College of Agricultural Sciences. Or, contact University Housing at housing@siu.edu.

For additional information regarding the College of Agricultural Sciences, contact the Students Services Office at:

Charlotte Gibson

Assistant to the Dean, Academic Affairs

College of Agricultural Sciences

Southern Illinois University Carbondale

1205 Lincoln Drive [Mail Code 4416]

Carbondale, Illinois 62901

E-Mail: cgibson@siu.edu

Phone: 618.453.3014

THE COLLEGE IS ON FACEBOOK

Be sure to visit the College's Facebook Group page! Search for:

· "SIUC College of Agricultural Sciences"

And join the College's Facebook group page designed especially for prospective students! Search for:

· "SIUC College of Agricultural Sciences Prospective Students"

SOUTHERN ILLINOIS UNIVERSITY ON ...

That’s right … Southern Illinois University has a promotional video on YouTube. The video was created by Barking Dawg Productions.

You’ll catch a glimpse of why Southern Illinois University is the “One Place” that's right for you!

NEED ADDITIONAL INFORMATION ...

If you need additional information about the College of Agricultural Sciences, please contact:

Michelle Sullivan

Coordinator of Recruitment & Retention

College of Agricultural Sciences

Southern Illinois University Carbondale

1205 Lincoln Drive [Mail Code 4416]

Carbondale, Illinois 62901

E-Mail: sully@siu.edu

Phone: 618.453.3014