University of Wisconsin-River Falls College of Agriculture, Food and Environmental Sciences
River Falls, WI
Founded in 1874
Prepare to think differently.
Rural
setting
6,139
Students
91%
Acceptance Rate
$8,014 / $15,587
Tuition In-state / Out-of-state
Overview
School Website >>The University of Wisconsin-River Falls College of Agriculture, Food and Environmental Sciences (CAFES) has earned an outstanding reputation for excellence in education and service to the region, nation and the world since 1912 and is consistently ranked as one of the top undergraduate agricultural programs in the nation.
Our College features the only agricultural engineering technology program in the state, one of the largest dairy science programs in the nation, as well as an agricultural studies program that gives you the flexibility to design an individualized program. Our facilities include dairy and meat processing plants, a greenhouse complex, two laboratory farms with animal and crop production enterprises, 3D printing and CAD labs for agricultural engineering, and more. These facilities as well as the college’s internship program and student organizations contribute to our commitment to hands-on and engaging learning experiences inside and outside the classroom.
The college has a tuition reciprocity program with Minnesota, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Michigan, Missouri, Nebraska, North Dakota, and Ohio.
Agricultural Degrees Offered
- Agricultural Communications
- Agricultural Education
- Agricultural Engineering
- Agricultural Studies
- Agriculture Business
- Animal Sciences
- Conservation Planning and Park Management
- Crop and Soil Sciences
- Dairy Science
- Environmental Sciences
- Food Science and Technology
- Horticulture
- Veterinary Science
Admissions
Total Enrollment: 6,139
Agricultural Students: 1,688
Male Female Student Ratio: 37%/63%
Acceptance Rate: 91%
Applying
Application Fee: $50
Application Deadline: January 1
Target SAT Score: 1,100
Target ACT Score: 22
Tuition
In-State: $8,014
Out-of-State: $15,587
Room Only: $4,136
Board Only: $2,390
More Info
Religious Affiliation: non-denominational
Average Salary of Ag-School Graduates: $41,854
Faculty/Student Ratio: 18/1