Welcome

The Department of Agricultural and Extension Education at Virginia Tech is committed to preparing students for success in professions that include formal and non-formal teaching and learning in agriculture, leading agricultural organizations and communities, and communicating agriculture to the public.

Our undergraduate degree in agricultural sciences is a unique program that allows students to work with a faculty advisor to customize an academic program to meet their educational goals. Agricultural sciences graduates will also meet industry expectations for employment after graduation. In addition, this degree program can prepare undergraduates to enter and excel in graduate and professional programs.

Graduate degrees in the department are grounded in a personal relationship between student and advisor. Completing a graduate degree in Agricultural and Extension Education at Virginia Tech will give you a distinct advantage in the job market as a well-prepared professional.

We hope that you continue to explore our department on the web, by talking to people, and most importantly through personal contact with us.

We do look forward to discussing your future as a student in Agricultural and Extension Education at Virginia Tech!