Agriculture & Natural Resources

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Whether you have a passion for pets and livestock, want to grow fields or focus on conservation, or support the Ag innovators and entrepreneurs that feed our world, this pathway holds something for you.

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$2,000 Scholarship

Full-time students in our Agriculture AAS programs may receive a $2,000 scholarship from the Muscatine Community College Foundation. And there’s no separate scholarship application to fill out. Scholarships are limited and subject to availability.

Agriculture & Natural Resources Programs

Agribusiness Management

Thrive in this growing field. Take this degree and manage Ag businesses and sales. Use your business and economics education to craft strategies for producing and marketing food and Ag products. Enjoy 4 paid internships.

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Agricultural Science

Whether you want to work on a farming operation or in agribusiness sales or marketing, this is a great way to get started. Here’s an introduction to both fields and a door to a great future.

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Agriculture Business Transfer Major

Want to run a farm or buy & sell corn on the worldwide market? Launch your studies with us and dive into the basics of Ag business in your first term. At the same time, wipe out general education credits your transfer college will require.

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Agriculture Education Transfer Major

Start your Ag Education bachelor’s degree at EICC. Dive into Ag classes right away and complete gen eds your transfer college will require. The bonus? Great instructors and tuition savings. This is the smart way to do your first 2 years.

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Agronomy Transfer Major

Help farmers grow more. Get started on your bachelor’s degree in Agronomy at EICC. Kick off your studies into plants, soil, crops, the natural sciences, and more. Move on to your 4-year confident all of your credits will count.

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Animal Science Transfer Major

Interested in livestock production and care? Spend 2 years with us and earn your associate’s. Study livestock management, cattle feeding, build breeding plans, and more. This is a great start to your bachelor’s degree.

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Conservation Pathway

Enjoy hands-on biology field experiences at the Nahant Marsh Education Center, a massive nature preserve near Davenport. Study wildlife, trees and plants, fisheries, and more. Get some on-the-job training.


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Horticulture

Horticulture is a combination of science and artistry, sustainability and care. Demand for skilled and qualified professionals is high. In 2 years, learn to design landscapes, grow specialty crops, and more. Your education is active and fully hands-on.

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Farm Management

Farming may be one of the most important jobs on the planet. Learn what it takes to run a successful farming or livestock operation – big or small. Gain a well-rounded education in all areas of the industry, and graduate ready to lead.

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Veterinary Technician

Turn your love for animals into a profession. At EICC, learn all aspects of animal care from expert instructors in state-of-the-art veterinary facilities. Work with live animals. Graduate in as little as 2 years and launch your career.

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Kylie Dailey in cap and gown at commencement
You don’t have to grow up on a farm to build a future in agriculture. At EICC, Kylie Daily turned a lifelong interest into hands-on experience through four internships, livestock judging, PAS, and the Iowa Corn Association’s collegiate team. “I’ve been in love with agriculture ever since I was a kid. I can speak to people a lot more confidently. Before, I didn’t like to talk, and it’s definitely helped me get out of my comfort zone. It’s a good environment, and if you’re struggling with something, they will help you out.”
Kylie Daily, 2026 graduate
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Get Paid to Learn

Four paid internships are built into your Ag program. By graduation, EICC Ag students average 2,000 hours on the job and $18,000 in earnings. You don’t wait until after college to build experience. You start now.

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Live Close. Keep Moving.

In an MCC Ag program? You may qualify for a housing scholarship to make campus living more affordable. Choose a single room or share a two-room suite with a roommate. You’ll have your own space, room to relax, and campus just outside your door. Apply for a housing scholarship.

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Jordan Sisk
"With instructors who’ve worked in the industry, career fairs, and hands-on classes, I’ve expanded my knowledge in all areas of agriculture. "
Jordan Sisk, Horticulture, AAS Degree
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Ag Scholarships? Go Get Them.

Enroll in one of our Agriculture programs, then apply for scholarships from EICC foundations, FFA, Growmark, and more. There’s money out there to help cover college costs. Put your name in for it.

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Complete your education in two years. Qualify for better jobs. Earn a higher salary. Enjoy a better quality of life. The benefits of an associate's degree are impressive and wide-ranging.

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Whether you are working toward a short-term certificate or a two-year associate’s degree, know we are here to help. EICC is present and available to you throughout your education. 

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