FIU Agroecology Program

Who Are We?

The Florida International University Agroecology Program integrates science-based education, research, and outreach in the fields of agriculture and natural resources. The program consists of specialized agroecology and agri-science courses, field trips, internships, undergraduate scholarships, graduate fellowships, and professional development.

We Offer

The Bachelor of Science degree in Environmental Studies with Agri-Science Major follows a curriculum structured for students to gain broad academic knowledge and experience invaluable to the pursuit of careers in food and agricultural sciences or in natural resources/environmental fields. Learn problems and issues that emerge from the interface between modern agricultural production and natural ecosystems. The program includes fieldlevel experiential learning through internships, field demonstrations, and hands-on experiments.

College scholarship opportunities are available and geared towards Hispanic and Minority FIU students enrolled in the Environmental Studies Agri-Science Major or the Agroecology Certificate Program (with any degree). Graduate fellowships are for those wishing to pursue a Master of Science in Environmental Studies or a Ph.D. in Earth System Sciences. Participate in student clubs such as Minorities in Agriculture, Natural Resources, and Related Sciences (MANRRS), and Garden Club. They help students build leadership skills by engaging in a variety of professional development activities, including technical training, conferences travel, and community engagement.

Funding support provided by USDA NIFA HSI Higher Education Grants Program, Multicultural Scholars Program and National Needs Fellowship Program.

Agroecology Program, Department of Earth and Environment, 11200 SW 8th Street, CASE 157, Miami, FL 33199 / 305-348-0186 / agroecology.fiu.edu / agroecol@fiu.edu