Agriculture & Environmental Science

Maryland’s Eastern Shore is fertile ground for growing careers in agriculture and environmental fields. From farming, to animal and plant production, or newer careers in sustainable and renewable energy, this industry is expanding quickly.

Jobs in agriculture or environmental sciences are available with private companies, government employers, or nonprofits. You could work hands-on with animals and plants, behind the scenes in a business that supports farmers and growers, or as a researcher or advocate for environmental issues.

Get started at Chesapeake College:

• Learn in a location that is rich with natural resources, and get hands-on experience with established and emerging industries that call the Eastern Shore home.
• Pursue a career in agriculture, making a meaningful impact on the American food supply and products that we depend on daily.
• Begin an exciting career in the rapidly growing environmental industry, where new technology and knowledge are helping ensure a safe and sustainable future.

Why Choose Chesapeake for Agriculture or Environmental Science?

Maryland’s Eastern Shore is abundant with natural resources, as well as the industries and employers that sustain these growing fields. Learning here will ensure you are equipped for the future, with skills that are in-demand today.

With Maryland’s only associate degree program in agriculture, Chesapeake College is making an outsized impact on tomorrow’s farming, growing, and food production industry. You will learn from professors who can help you make real world connections.

A career in agriculture or environmental sciences could take you as far away as an Amazon Rainforest or a marine research vessel, or you could build an enriching and exciting career right here at home.

If you need support along the way, we can help you with resources to help pay for college, get tutoring or mentoring, or manage basic needs. Our team of compassionate staff are here to help you overcome any barriers.