Welcome to the College of Agriculture and Life Sciences (CALS)! Our goal is to help students identify an appropriate major and realize their educational aspirations. While the University of Vermont is a sometimes considered a large institution, we pride ourselves on the small college "feel" that we facilitate by making students our number one priority.
We believe that the process of education and advising begins in our communication with prospective students and their families. These pages provide links to sites that will inform you about College and University life, the process for becoming a UVM Student, how to vist campus and other related concerns.
Please be assured that the CALS Student Services Office is here to help you begin your college education at the Unversity of Vermont. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact us.
CALS is one of seven academic units offering undergraduate degrees at the University of Vermont. CALS programs emphasize the life sciences, agriculture and food systems, environmental stewardship and the preservation of healthy, rural communities. Students in the College of Agriculture and Life Sciences learn how to make a difference in our changing world. Rigorous course work, research in state-of-the-art labs, hands-on experiences, and relevant internships provide students with the knowledge, skills, and values needed to solve important societal problems and ensure a more sustainable planet. Award-winning faculty in the College promote high standards and encourage educational excellence that will serve students throughout their professional careers.
The College is recognized for its commitment to student advising and promotes significant student-faculty interaction. We believe that advising is important to a student's success, so each undergraduate gets individual attention from his or her advisor. Advisors provide a broad range of support, helping students develop high-quality academic programs as well as guidance in career choices later on. Each first-year student is also introduced to the campus and to college life through our acclaimed, two-semester course called Foundations.
The College is divided into six departments, offering Bachelor of Science degrees in sixteen majors. We encourage students to tailor their academic programs to fit their individual interests, needs and goals. Students may choose to add a minor to their degree programs, but it is not required. Qualified students have the option of a self-designed major. Entering students unsure of which academic path to follow can apply as "Undecided" as they explore the college's many programs. Students generally have flexibility within their required curricula to explore electives across campus.
The College of Agriculture and Life Sciences encourages students to pursue academic opportunities beyond the classroom. Programs are enhanced by on-campus facilities, modern laboratories, and undergraduate research for which the College is renowned. In addition, options abound for off-campus internships, independent study, and study abroad. Students ready for greater challenge may also pursue undergraduate research opportunities.
Graduates of the College of Agriculture and Life Sciences may continue with advanced study in human and animal medicine, education, industry and research, for example. They are also prepared to work in such fields as dietetics, horticulture, landscape design, biotechnology, international and rural development, ecological agriculture, equine management, organic farming, and environmental policy.
If you would like more specific information, contact the Dean’s office. If you would like to schedule a personal tour of the College and UVM campus, please contact the UVM Admissions office at: (802) 656-3370.
Animal Science
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Microbiology |
| Biochemistry | Molecular Genetics |
| Biological Science | Nutrition and Food Sciences |
| Community Entrepreneurship |
Plant Biology
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| Community and International Development | Public Communication |
| Dietetics, Nutrition and Food Science | Sustainable Landscape Horticulture |
| Ecological Agriculture | Self-Designed Major |
Environmental Sciences
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Undecided |
| Enviromental Studies |
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| Animal Science Dr. Thomas McFadden, Chair Terrill Hall (802) 656-0155 Thomas.McFadden@uvm.edu Biochemistry Dr. John Burke, Co-Director Stafford Hall (802) 656-8503 John.Burke@uvm.edu Biological Science Dr. David Kerr, Co-Director Terrill Hall (802) 656-2113 David.Kerr@uvm.edu IntegratedBioSci@uvm.edu Community Entrepreneurship, Community and International Development, & Public Communication Dr. Jane Kolodinsky, Chair Morrill Hall (802) 656-2001 Jane.Kolodinsky@uvm.edu Environmental Sciences Dr. Donald Ross, Co-Director Hills Building (802) 656-0138 Donald.Ross@uvm.edu Environmental Studies Ibit Getchell, Student Services Coordinator or Dr. Ian Worley, Director Bittersweet Building (802)656-0176 or (802)656-4055 Elizabeth.Getchell@uvm.edu Ian.Worley@uvm.edu |
Microbiology / Molecular Genetics |
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