Schools, Colleges and Universities with Equine Programs

Name of school: Averett University

What degree or certificate programs are offered? Bachelor of Science Degree in Equestrian Studies.

There are 5 concentrations to choose from within the degree. All majors take a core of about 30 hours in ES courses and then specialize afterwards. 1 Dressage Instruction: students develop skills and a base of classical theory for eventing, training, competing, teaching, and writing about Dressage. 2 Eventing Instruction: teaches classical theory and practice for competing, training, and teaching eventing.

Students can earn their ARIA certification while in school through an instructor certification course. They also have the opportunity to go through USDF and USEA instructor training programs. 3 Equine Assisted Psychotherapy: Students take courses in

psychology as well as participate in practicums learning EAP equine specialist skills. 4 Equine Science: Students take a variety of science course to prepare them for graduate studies in veterinary medicine, nutrition, equine reproduction and more. 5 Equine Management: Students take additional courses in the business department to compliment the equine courses, and prepare students for a variety of business and marketing careers in the equine sector.

What riding disciplines are available? Classes in dressage, hunt seat and eventing are offered at a variety of skill levels.

Are the horses owned by the school, students or others? The horses are all owned by or leased to the University.

What equestrian-related extracurricular activities (clubs, teams, e tc.) are a vailable? We participate in the Intercollegiate Dressage Association, Intercollegiate Horse Show Association (hunt seat), compete regionally in eventing and combined training shows, work with a local thoroughbred rescue, and have a pre-vet club.

Are there pre-qualifying criteria for students wishing to enter yo ur p rogram? There are no pre-qualifications for our program. Because our

WORLD-CLASS EQUINE AT CAZENOVIA COLLEGE

• Nationally ranked team competing in

Hunter Seat,Western Horsemanship, Reining and Dressage

Nationally recognized equine business management program • Ranked one of America’s Best Colleges and a top Best Value in the north by U.S. News

OUR 240-ACRE EQUINE EDUCATION CENTER

Cazenovia College, Cazenovia, N.Y. 13035 www.cazenovia.edu 1.800.654.3210

students go into careers in a variety of equine settings, varying backgrounds and skill levels are all welcomed and valued.

Are scholarships available? The majority of our students qualify for academic scholarships and we do have some equestrian specific scholarships.

What makes this school special? Family! We are a small close knit group that is supportive of its community.

What tips do you have for potential students? Look at lots of schools to be sure you find the one that feels right for you!

Contact information: Ginger Henderson vhenderson@averett.edu https://www.averett.edu/academics/majors-and-programs/ undergraduate/equestrian-studies/

Name of school:

Cazenovia College

What degree or certificate programs are offered? We offer Bachelor degrees in over 30 programs including a degree in Equine Business Management. We also have many certificate programs, including a Certificate in Equine Reproduction.

What riding disciplines are available? Hunter Seat, Western Horsemanship, Reining, Dressage and Pleasure Driving.

Are there continuing education or non-degree options offered? Yes, in addition to being an approved ARIA test center and offering the ARICP testing 1-2x/year, we have an Adult & Continuing Education division where students can take courses part-time on campus, online and at several community college satellite locations. The courses include several non-degree certificate programs.

Are the horses owned by the school, students or others? Horses used in the program are all owned by the College. Some boarding is available for students.

What equestrian-related extracurricular activities (clubs, teams, etc.) are available? We have an Equine Ambassadors Club (a service organization) and the Equestrian Team (IHSA Hunter Seat/Western & IDA Dressage), and some clinics/outside shows.

Are scholarships available? Yes, first-year students receive merit scholarships from $15,000–$22,000 regardless of family income or residency. Other financial aid is also available.

What makes this school special? Our small size and distinct blend of liberal arts and professional studies allows for individualized academic programs that are ➢ Offering concentrations in:

Dressage Instruction Eventing Instruction Equine Management Equine Science Equine-Assisted Psychotherapy

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An amazing place to ride, explore and achieve since 1925

• 100% career placement five years in a row • Beautiful historic Equestrian Center just steps from campus • Prince of Wales Riding Club, the country’s oldest continuously active riding clu b • Hall of Fame faculty focused on your personal success

(573) 876-7207 • stephens.edu • inquiry@stephens.edu

Huntseat, Saddle Seat, Western and Driving Four Disciplines, One Family

enhanced by internships and applied learning activities. Our welcoming community makes students feel at home on our small, safe campus and in the nearby lakeside Village of Cazenovia.

What tips do you have for potential students? Get as much as experience as possible riding all different types of horses, as this will help students both in college riding classes as well as with Equestrian Team competition.

Contact information: Visit our website at www.cazenovia.edu Call us Toll Free: 1-800-654-3210 or 315-655-7208, or send us an email at admissions@cazenovia.edu

Name of school: Stephens College

What degree or certificate programs are offered? Bachelor of Science in Equine Studies with three degree track options: Equine Science, Equine Business, and Teaching and Training.

What riding disciplines are available? Hunter/Jumper, Western, Saddleseat, or Driving courses.

Are the horses owned by the school, students or others? Lesson horses are owned by the college.

What equestrian-related extracurricular activities (clubs, teams, e tc.) are a vailable? Stephens College is home to the oldest continuously active Equestrian Club in the country; the Prince of Wales Club.

All Stephens students who participate in riding courses are given the opportunity to show at the local and national level.

What makes this school special? Stephens College’s small size allows students to receive individualized attention by faculty to work on specific goals and skill sets. Our program allows our students to have additional riding opportunities outside of the structured class setting which is imperative to their success in the industry. The low faculty to student ratio allows students to thrive and excel within the Equine Industry. Faculty and Staff are instrumental in securing internships and post-graduation job placement. Our Equine Studies program has achieved a 100% job placement rate for more than 5 consecutive years. Other interesting information:

Stephens in the news: Kelly Hulse, assistant professor of Equestrian Studies, and her family were inducted into the International Saddlebred Hall of Fame.

Stephens alumna Hilary Wilcox just led her team to win double gold at the 2018 Saddleseat World Cup

Stephens College is a pet-friendly campus and offers scholarships to students for fostering animals through a local rescue organization, in addition to a wide variety of merit scholarships.

Contact information: Stephens College Equestrian Studies Office of Admissions 573-876-7207 inquiry@stephens.edu

Name of school:

William Woods University

What degree or certificate programs are offered? Bachelor of Science in Equestrian Science, Bachelor of Science in Equine Administration, Bachelor of Science in Equine General Studies, and an online Master of Education in Equestrian Education.

What riding disciplines are available? Dressage, Hunter/Jumper, Saddle Seat, and Western.

Are there continuing education or non-degree options offered? Almost all clinics, horse shows, and lecture presentations outside of class are open to the public.

Are the horses owned by the school, students or others? The horses are all university owned, although students are welcomed to bring personal horses to class or to participate in clinics and horse shows.

What equestrian-related extracurricular activities (clubs, teams, etc.) are available? Hunter/Jumper Club, Western Club, Saddle Seat Club, Dressage

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