Landscape Horticulture is an Associate Degree program offered by Fox Valley Technical College in Appleton, WI. Tuition is $11,300 total.
Program Overview
As many consider their outdoor environment an extension of their indoor space, career opportunities are available in the fields of landscape design, landscape construction and landscape maintenance. If you have an interest in designing, building and maintaining outdoor spaces, you’ll have many opportunities after completing the Landscape Horticulture associate degree. This degree will provide you with industry-current education in technical knowledge areas of plant health care, landscape construction, small business operation and sustainable landscape design. When completed, you’ll be a well-rounded landscape professional.
Career Opportunities
- Arborist
- Crew Leader
- Forestry
- Horticulturalist
- Landscape Designer
- Landscape Gardener
Admissions Requirements
An academic skills assessment is required for admission into this program or the following: High School GPA of 2.75 or higher OR provide completion of associate’s or higher degree OR; 165 or higher on your 2014 series GED tests OR; ACT OR Accuplacer to waive to the general education level; The cost of the Accuplacer assessment is $15; Catalog #: 94100100; Learn more at
www.fvtc.edu/Assessment
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School Information
Campus
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.
Curriculum
| Component | Credits |
|---|---|
| Technical Studies | 45 |
| General Studies | 15 |
Program total: 60 credits.
Estimated Cost
Fox Valley Technical College publishes an estimated cost for this program: $11,300 based on current tuition and fees, plus $260 additional materials and supplies and $155 textbooks.
The college's 2026-2027 rate for Wisconsin residents is $157.45 per credit for both Associate Degree and Technical Diploma programs, with a $14.20 per credit student activity fee, a $6.00 standard material fee per lecture course, and $4.50 per semester for student accident insurance. Out-of-state tuition is $236.18 per credit and does not apply to online classes. The application fee is $30.00, non-refundable.
Accreditation
Fox Valley Technical College is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission and is a member of the Wisconsin Technical College System.