Key Dairy Activities:

1. International and national dairy student trips
2. Registered Holstein sale
3. Industry conferences and tours

Student Statistics:

Dairy Science major: No
Dairy Option: Yes
# Dairy Science Students: 0
# Animal Science/Dairy:140
# Students intending to pursue a dairy career: 130
Percent going to vet school: 4 %
Percent in ag research: 8%
Percent of dairy grads entering the industry: 98%
Percent going back to home farm: 70%
Average salary: $46,000

Dairy Herd Information:

# cows: 550
Breed(s): Holstein
Student labor: Yes
Used for research: Yes

Course Work:

Internship required for graduation: No
Assistance finding jobs or agriculture internships: Yes
Opportunities to work on dairy farms while attending school: Yes
Courses: 44 credits in dairy management, 40+ in related fields. The Dairy Fellows Program focuses on farm analysis and tours. There are numerous opportunities for farm visits beginning freshman year.

Travel Opportunities:

International and national student trips, international and national student exchange programs, Dairy Fellows Program – numerous farm analysis and tours, industry conferences and seminars

Additional Information:

Dairy Fellows Program is a nationally recognized program that prepares students for careers in dairy production and related agricultural industries. The course program is very flexible so students can customize their course and other learning experiences to fit their individual interests. Faculty are very active in helping the students achieve their potential with during and after college. Financial aid is available for agricultural students who have an interest in attending Cornell.

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