Agricultural Extension Education

Master of Agriculture (M.Agr.) in Agricultural Sciences or Master of Agricultural Extension Education (MAEE)

Agricultural Extension Education (M.Agr.)

Degree Overview

The Master of Agriculture in Agricultural Sciences or the Master of Agricultural Extension Education will make you a more effective educator and deepen your understanding of agricultural issues and how to communicate them in informal settings. With interdisciplinary courses combining theory and practice, the curriculum can be tailored to suit your specific professional goals and interests — whether in the field of Extension education or other professions requiring community education and public contact.

CSU, a leader in agricultural education, offers one of the only Agricultural Extension Education distance education programs of its kind in the nation and it's designed for working professionals.

  • Students interact and network with others across the country who are in Extension or similar agencies.
  • Advisers help students design plans of study that emphasize immediate career applicability.
  • Distance education allows working professionals to obtain a degree without putting their careers on hold.

You may pursue Plan A or B to earn your Master of Agriculture or pursue Plan C to earn your Master of Agricultural Extension Education.

  • Plan A requires coursework, applied research, and a thesis.
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  • Plan B requires coursework and a professional paper.
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  • Plan C is coursework only, does not require a thesis or paper, and is a terminal degree.
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The program is administered within CSU's College of Agricultural Sciences, which consistently ranks in the top 10 in the country in terms of awards, grants, and contracts received. The faculty in this program are expert instructors and researchers in agriculture, education, and cooperative extension.

This degree can advance your education career in a variety of fields, including:

  • Agricultural Extension
  • Community Development
  • Environmental Education
  • Human Development
  • Natural Resources
  • Range Science

Plan A & B Requirements and Curriculum

You may pursue Plan A or Plan B to earn a Master of Agriculture in Agricultural Sciences. Learn more about the Plan A & B requirements and curriculum

Plan C Requirements and Curriculum

You may pursue Plan C to earn a Master of Agricultural Extension Education. Learn more about the Plan C requirements and curriculum

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What Our Students Say

It was wonderful being able to work on my graduate degree from the convenience of my home and office, and on a schedule that was flexible enough to accommodate my work and family schedule.
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Career Opportunities

You are equipped for a career as an Extension education professional or in related agriculture and natural resource careers where excellent public education and communication skills are required. Learn more about career opportunities

Admission and Application

Applicants are required to have a bachelor's degree in any discipline from a regionally-accredited institution. GRE test scores are not required. Find out how to apply

Learning Experience

You will learn through online presentations and lectures, which are supplemented by assignments, readings, and online interaction and discussion with faculty and fellow students. Find out more about the learning experience

Questions? Ask us.

We'll be in touch within 2 business days.

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Mike Macklin
(970) 491-7583
michael.macklin@colostate.edu

Receive periodic emails about this program.

For admission questions:

Pam Schell
College of Agricultural Sciences
(970) 491-2410
pam.schell@colostate.edu

For academic advising questions:

Dennis Lamm, Ph.D.
College of Agricultural Sciences
(970) 491-2074
dennis.lamm@colostate.edu

Degree at a Glance

Delivery

Correspondence, online, or a combination of two media. On-campus attendance is not required to complete this program, but it is an option.

Total credits

Plan A – 30 credits (minimum)
Plan B – 30 credits (minimum)
Plan C – 36 credits (minimum)

Tuition

$499 per credit
(financial aid available)

Time frame

This program can be completed in two years. Program duration may vary based on financial considerations, intensity of study, and course availability. Summer courses are not required but are available.

Designed for

Those who wish to pursue a career in Cooperative Extension, but it is often appropriate for others who have career objectives in which a combination of disciplines is desired.

What you will earn

You will earn the same regionally-accredited Colorado State University degree that a student on the Fort Collins campus is awarded. Your diploma and transcript are identical to those awarded to on-campus students.