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B.S. Entomology

Students in this major will learn broadly about insects and their relationship to humans, the environment and other organisms. Students gain a strong scientific foundation in entomology, biology, chemistry, mathematics, ecology and biotechnology, coupled with field experiences and lab work, which provides students with practical skills, needed for research or industry careers.

Our insect collection is one of the top 10 university-based insect collections in the nation.

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We’re committed to providing students opportunities to get a well-rounded education that prepares them to become leaders in their professions and in their communities. That means a focus on service as well as academics, and experience tackling real-world problems alongside some of the world’s top professors.

Applications for the B.S. Entomology degree are processed through the main admissions portal at Texas A&M University. Choose your path below to learn more about the admissions process and requirements.

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Entomology Program Details

  • Degree: B.S. in Entomology
  • Credit Hours: 120 total credit hours
  • View program requirements in the Undergraduate Catalog
  • View course descriptions in the Undergraduate Catalog
  • Undergraduate Honors Program

Internships and Research Opportunities

A researcher examines insect eggs on a leaf in a petri dish

The B.S. Entomology program provides students with the opportunity to participate in an internship and research project for course credit. These experiences provide students with dedicated, hands-on experience that will provide them with skills sought after by employers in the workforce.

Certain requirements must be met in order to receive credit. Students must follow the guidelines below and work with their advisor to pursue an internship or research project.

ENTO 484: Internship Information
ENTO 291/491: Research Information
ENTO 484/503: Virtual Exchange Internship

Career Options in Entomology

The depth of training you receive will prepare students to find employment with competitive entomology, public health and pest control companies and firms outside of the agriculture sector. Recent companies that have hired our students included Syngenta, Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service, United States Department of Agriculture and Texas A&M University. Students can also explore other careers in this major through the Texas A&M Career Center.

Job TitleDescriptionAverage Salary
ResearcherGenerate leads, qualify prospects and build relationships by recommending agronomic solutions and selling value added products.$65,000
Extension Program SpecialistWork with clients to prepare their application for a loan, compile, organize and review financial documents. $45,000
Research AssistantMonitor and forecast marketing and sales trends in a particular industry.
Conduct research and collect data relating to consumer preference, buying behavior or performance on a good or service.
$60,000
Research ScientistPurchase and sell grain as a commodity, often working as a third party to coordinate logistics involved with buying direct from producers to sell direct to exporters, processors end users or other merchandisers. $55,000
Production AssociateParticipate in warehouse and field operations such as planting, detasseling, field inspections, mapping, harvest, packaging and distribution. $50,000

Entomology Program News

Pollinating the next generation of new honeybee scientists

Alex Payne, a current doctoral candidate within Texas A&M University’s Department of Entomology, didn’t always know she wanted to research honeybees. However, working in the Texas A&M Honey Bee Lab put her on a buzzing journey that would not only require her to focus on current honeybee concerns but also on research from influential Aggies before her. 

Read More About Alex Payne’s Buzzing Journey

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