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    May 19, 2024  
2022-2023 University Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Equine Studies, BS


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Bachelor of Science in Equine Studies

Normal Time to Completion: Four Years

This program is offered on Main Campus and online.

Concentration in Equine Wellness is offered on Main Campus only.

Students in the Bachelor of Science in Equine Studies degree program benefit from deep study of equine science and industry, combined with personalized instruction in safe barn practices, horse management, and facility operation in a range of settings. The study of ethical thought and action is applied directly to the concerns of the equine industry. Available elective options permit students to focus on specific aspects of equine study, according to their personal interests or professional goals. A program-wide emphasis on information evaluation, critical thinking, and interpersonal communication ensures that graduates are comfortable collaborating and communicating with established professionals in the equine industry.

Bachelor of Science in Equine Studies Program Outcomes

  1. Equine Species: Analyze, interpret, and critically evaluate information related to the equine species and the industry that surrounds it.
  2. Equine Industry: Evaluate, develop solutions for, and communicate effectively about complex problems affecting the equine industry.
  3. Equine-Human Connection: Articulate the fundamental benefits of the equine-human connection as they relate to historical uses of equines and the evolution of the industry.

Bachelor of Science in Equine Studies


General Education: 60 Required Credits


Liberal Arts: 24 Required Credits


  • History Elective 3 Credits
  • 3 Credits
  • Social Science Elective 3 Credits
  • Performance, Written, or Fine Arts Elective 3 Credits
  • Elective 3 Credits
  • Elective 3 Credits
  • Elective 3 Credits
  • Elective 3 Credits

Math: 6 Required Credits


Science: 3 Required Credits


  • Elective 3 Credits

Open Electives: 15 Required Credits


  • Elective 3 Credits
  • Elective 3 Credits
  • Elective 3 Credits
  • Elective 3 Credits
  • Elective 3 Credits

Major, Core, & Concentrations: 54 Required Credits


Designated Writing Course: 3 Required Credits


Concentration/Electives: 24 Credits


  • EQU 300-400 Level Elective 3 Credits
  • EQU 300-400 Level Elective 3 Credits
  • Elective 3 Credits
  • Elective 3 Credits
  • Elective 3 Credits
  • Elective 3 Credits
  • 300-400 Level Elective 3 Credits
  • 300-400 Level Elective 3 Credits

College to Career Core: 6 Required Credits


Total Program Credits: 120 Required Credits


Business Management Concentration: 24 Required Credits


Equestrian Coaching Concentration: 24 Required Credits


Equine Wellness Concentration: 24 Required Credits


Main Campus Only

Interdisciplinary Concentration: 24 Required Credits


  • EQU Elective 300-400 Level 3 Credits
  • EQU Elective 300-400 Level 3 Credits
  • Elective 3 Credits
  • Elective 3 Credits
  • Elective 3 Credits
  • Elective 3 Credits
  • Elective 300-400 Level 3 Credits
  • Elective 300-400 Level 3 Credits

In addition to the EQU elective courses required for the Interdisciplinary Concentration (6 credits at the 300-400 level), concentration electives may be selected from any single major or minor discipline offered within Post University (18 credits). Alternatively, the student may develop an Interdisciplinary Concentration that meets their specific career and professional interests, working with the Academic Department.

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