College of Agricultural, Consumer and Environmental Sciences Animal Sciences

Student Life

As a student in animal sciences, you’ll get your hands dirty.

We believe doing is a big part of learning. That’s why you get so many chances to tackle independent, hands-on research. You’ll have unforgettable, real-world experiences that reinforce your studies and further your career goals.

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Animal sciences students expand their education and career networks beyond the classroom through internships, judging teams, student organizations, undergraduate research projects, and student employment. Short- and long-term study abroad opportunities are also available all over the world!

Experiential learning opportunities give you a competitive edge in your chosen field and can also fulfill the ANSC 398 requirement to graduate.

Animal Sciences students with sheep at an indoor facility

Student Organizations

Get involved with everything from horseback riding to caring for wildlife when you participate in a student organization.

Undergraduate research student with cat in a classroom

Undergraduate Research

Gain lab experience and help steer your career by working closely with top-rated faculty members in a research project.

Judging team students at competition with pigs

Judging Teams

Travel and visit operations that are leading the industry when you join a dairy, horse, meats, or livestock judging team.

Dairy cattle student caring for calf in an outside setting

Internships

Get hands-on experience in your desired career field while networking with professionals.

Study abroad student in mountains with alpacas

Study Abroad

Study hundreds of topics in dozens of countries, from Veterinary Medicine in Costa Rica, to wildlife at Kruger Park in South Africa.

Student caring for diary cow.

Student Employment

Work on our farms and in our labs to gain valuable experience.

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College of Agricultural, Consumer and Environmental Sciences Animal Sciences

Animal Sciences Laboratory

1207 West Gregory Drive

Urbana, IL 61801

217-333-3131

Email: ansc@illinois.edu

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