About the course

The M.S. in Horticulture with an Emphasis in Urban Food Systems focuses on how the urban food system impacts economic development and provides a source of nutritious, safe food grown locally/regionally. The specialization places an emphasis on sustainable agriculture, food systems project management, and safe food production in an urban environment. The aim of this program is to study the potential an urban food system has in community building and economic development, educating youth and others about nutrition and wise food choices, and providing a source for nutritious food grown locally or regionally with the participation of urban residents. The specialization places an emphasis on sustainable agriculture, project management, and grant writing, in addition to having a solid foundation in urban food production.

　　This specialization will prepare professionals for positions such as director/program managers in not-for-profit organizations, city governments or extension programs in urban districts facilitating community gardens, urban farming, farmers markets, or farm-to-school programs. There is a growing demand for professionals in this area and this unique specialization will prepare graduates well for careers in this area. Scholarships - View all scholarships Internships

　　

Start dates and prices

Course fees are indicative and should be used as a guide. Speak to a counsellor to get an accurate price.

　　Duration: 3 Semester(s)Fees: Not available

Intake	Location
Spring (January), 2024	Manhattan
Spring (January), 2024	Olathe
Summer (May), 2024	Manhattan
Summer (May), 2024	Olathe
Fall (August), 2024	Manhattan
Fall (August), 2024	Olathe
Spring (January), 2025	Manhattan
Spring (January), 2025	Olathe
Summer (May), 2025	Manhattan
Summer (May), 2025	Olathe
Fall (August), 2025	Manhattan
Fall (August), 2025	Olathe
Spring (January), 2026	Manhattan
Spring (January), 2026	Olathe
Summer (May), 2026	Manhattan
Summer (May), 2026	Olathe

　　

How to apply

Entry requirements for Kansas State University

A bachelor's degree from a college or university accredited by a regional or national institutional accrediting agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.

　　Undergraduate preparation in the proposed major field equivalent to that acquired by a graduate of Kansas State University, or evidence of an appropriate background for undertaking an advanced degree program, and

　　Cumulative grade point average (GPA) of 3.0 or higher on a 4.0 scale or GPA of 3.0 in the last 60 hours of coursework. This GPA is based only on courses graded on a multi-level scale, usually A, B, C, D, F.

　　TOEFL iBT - 79, TOEFL PBT - 550, IELTS - 6.5

　　

English language requirements

　　6.5

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　　TOEFL Internet based overall score: 79.0

　　

Application deadline:

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