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Agricultural Education (Secondary)

Inspire the next generation of agricultural leaders at BVU.

 

BVU’s Agricultural Education program prepares you to teach, lead, and build impactful agricultural programs while developing strong foundations in science, leadership, and instruction.

Degree
Bachelor of Arts (BA)
Format
On campus or online
Internships
Yes, classroom and field-based
Why BVU

Why study Agricultural Education (Secondary) at BVU

A BVU Agricultural Education degree prepares you to inspire the next generation of agricultural leaders through meaningful classroom experience, faculty mentorship, and strong school partnerships.

Early Classroom Experience

Begin working with students and schools during your first year.

Iowa School Partnerships

Develop teaching skills through extensive field experiences across the region.

Faculty Mentorship

Learn from experienced educators committed to your success in and beyond the classroom.

Career-Ready Preparation

Graduate with a 100% teacher placement rate and the confidence to lead your own program.

BVU agricultural education (secondary) students collaborating in class
Teach, mentor, and lead agricultural communities.

Jessica Tuttle '25

“During my time at BVU, I had the opportunity to serve as a long-term substitute teacher at Storm Lake St. Mary’s as an agriculture instructor and FFA advisor. This experience provided me with invaluable handson experience before I began student teaching and embarking on my career.”

Hands-On

Learn by doing, from day one

Students build teaching skills through real classroom and program experiences.

Year 1–2

Foundations in agriculture, education, and leadership

Year 2–3

Classroom placements and FFA program involvement

Year 4

Student teaching and full program leadership experience

Where Graduates Work

BVU agricultural education (secondary) graduates go far.

High Schools Across the Midwest Extension Offices FFA
Career Outcomes

Where this degree can take you

Agriculture Teacher
FFA Advisor
Extension Educator
Program Coordinator
Your Career. Your Way.

Build a career of influence.

Teach, mentor, and lead agricultural communities.