If horses are your passion and you want to make a career immersed in the equine world, building your expertise through education is a great start. Whether you’re seeking a four-year degree, an associates or a certificate, these academic programs curated by Western Horseman offer valuable education both in and out of the classroom.
feather river college
quincy, california
Feather River College offers hands-on programs from the four-year bachelor’s degree in equine and ranch management to two-year Associate of Science degrees in equine studies or agricultural business, and one-year certificates. Students can specialize in horse training and management, rodeo techniques, ranch skills and beef cattle operations. On-campus horse boarding and housing is available. FRC.EDU
graham school for livestock men and women
garnett, kansas
For 116 years, Graham School for Livestock Men and Women has provided hands-on experience and education on managing cattle to ranchers, future ranchers, dairymen and veterinary students. Once a month, the school’s five-day program teaches through classroom sessions and on-the-ranch learning with animals. Topics include pregnancy testing, artificial insemination, introduction to ultrasound, nutrition, calf delivery, vaccinating and more. GRAHAMSCHOOLFORCATTLEMEN.COM
university of montana western
dillon, montana
Montana Western equine students can pursue a Bachelor of Science degree or associate’s degree in natural horsemanship, with option areas in management, science, psychology and instruction. At UMW, students take one 18-day course at a time. This immersive approach allows horsemanship students a unique, hands-on experience with their personal horse. UMWESTERN.EDU/DEPARTMENT/EQUINE-STUDIES
