Careers & Placement
A plant pathologist is a professional who specializes in plant health much as a physician specializes in human health or a veterinarian in animal health. Opportunities for graduates with plant pathology certificates, minors, and degrees include:
- basic and applied research
- international development
- teaching
- crop consulting
- extension
- farm and greenhouse managers
- park and golf course superintendents
- agribusiness sales representatives
- other biological science positions requiring a bachelor's degree.
Our Commitment to You
We are committed to excellence in research, extension, and teaching. Our department has been highly ranked, and our faculty have received top honors from K-State and academic professional societies. We recruit excellent graduate students and mentor them to success. Our graduates are successful in finding positions in academia, industry, and/or government service.