Top Colleges for Dairy Science?

I'm considering studying dairy science after high school, but I'm not sure which colleges have the best programs. Does anyone have recommendations for schools that excel in dairy science?

Sure, I'd be happy to provide some direction on this. Schools known for great dairy science programs tend to have strong agriculture and animal science departments overall. Here are a few recommendations:

1. University of Wisconsin-Madison: Wisconsin-Madison is top-rated for agricultural and dairy science due to its extensive research facilities, widely recognized dairy sales, and student organizations related to agriculture and dairy science.

2. California Polytechnic State University (Cal Poly), San Luis Obispo: Cal Poly is very hands-on with its "Learn by Doing" philosophy. Their Dairy Science department has multiple facilities, including a state-of-the-art creamery where students can have hands-on experience. They create dairy products that are sold on campus and within the community.

3. Cornell University: Cornell is globally renowned for its College of Agriculture and Life Sciences, and its Animal Science program includes dairy science. The program is research-intensive and is located in a state with a significant dairy industry.

4. Pennsylvania State University: Penn State provides diverse classroom and hands-on learning experiences in dairy and animal science. The college has its own dairy production research center.

5. University of Minnesota, Twin Cities: A well-regarded program with a strong emphasis on dairy production management. It also includes a variety of research opportunities.

Please note that these are not the only exceptional dairy science programs out there. Also remember, while it's helpful to consider program rankings, you should also take into account other factors that will impact your college experience, like location, cost, financial aid availability, and campus culture.

Each of these schools has unique aspects, so I would recommend you take a deeper look into the specifics of these programs and see which one aligns best with your academic and career goals.