ITS: Agriculture is an Associate Degree program offered by Blackhawk Technical College in Janesville, WI. Tuition is $9,447 total.
Program Overview
Rapid changes in technology and work processes have created a growing demand for flexibility and enhanced skill levels in the workplace. Employers increasingly are seeking workers able to perform multiple tasks and roles that cut across traditional occupational categories. To be productive and effective in the changing workplace, workers may need skills and knowledge drawn from a variety of traditional areas of study. As a result, Blackhawk Technical College has a versatile Individualized Technical Studies degree that complements industry needs, enabling students interested in pursuing an associate degree to create a unique, individualized program. This specialized program of study combines the skills taught in two or more existing Blackhawk programs and is designed in cooperation with an occupational advisor from the target industry and an academic advisor from Blackhawk. Students achieve their career goals by acquiring skills and knowledge in an associate degree program tailored to meet their specific employment needs. The Agriculture Individualized Technical Studies degree allows students to develop their own degree in agriculture-related fields. Agricultural studies concentrate on scientific advancement of agriculture, cultivation, processing and distribution of agricultural products. Agriculture studies employ advanced technology and sustainability practices to optimize food systems. Example plans for this degree are shown in the pathways tabs. Below are the general requirements for your Individualized Technical Studies degree. Working with your academic advisor, you can plan your Individualized Technical Studies degree program.
Application Process
- 1Submit ApplicationComplete the online application form with your personal information and educational background.
- 2Submit TranscriptsProvide official high school transcripts or GED certificate. Some programs may require additional documentation.
- 3Financial AidComplete the FAFSA to determine eligibility for federal financial aid. Meet with a financial aid advisor to review your options.Complete FAFSA Application
- 4EnrollmentOnce accepted, complete enrollment paperwork, register for classes, and attend orientation.
Tuition and Fees
Tuition for this award is 60 credits x the Wisconsin Technical College System rate of $157.45 per credit, or $9,447.00 for Wisconsin residents. An Activity Fee of $11.02 per credit adds $661.20, bringing the total to $10,108.20.
A $20 transportation fee and a $15 technology fee are charged each semester and are NOT included in that figure, because the college does not publish how many semesters this award runs. Out-of-state tuition is $236.18 per credit.
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Why Accreditation Is Important
When you attend an accredited institution, you are attending a school that has undergone a rigorous process that evaluates educational quality. It's not easy to become or remain an accredited institution. The rules and regulations are strict, precise and designed to protect students. Here are some of the benefits:
- A reliable indicator of quality
- Approved program of study
- Qualified instructors
- Recognition by employers nationwide