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The Master of Science in Horse Science at Middle Tennessee State University (MTSU) centers around a curriculum designed to prepare graduates for the multi-faceted equine industry. Programs are tailored to student interests and produce graduates able to adapt and thrive in this dynamic field. The unique M.S. program in Horse Science offers three concentrations which students may select from: Equine Education, Equine Physiology, or Industry Management. Top qualified applicants will be invited for an interview at MTSU at the applicant’s expense, prior to consideration of acceptance to the program. Faculty members mentor students in curriculum development, provide training in scientific methods, principles of equine student education and instruction, and general industry practices. All M.S. degree candidates share a common core of coursework in statistics, research methods, and multiple disciplines in horse science and animal science. Numerous elective credit hours are available, permitting each student to customize their education with courses in other departments as well as experiential learning. A limited number of graduate teaching assistantships are available for M.S. in Horse Science students. Stipends for Graduate Teaching Assistants and Graduate Research Assistants are determined by the College of Graduate Studies based on a review of market factors and the availability of funds. All applicants to the M.S. in Horse Science program meeting the minimum GPA qualification of 3.00 will be considered for Graduate Teaching Assistantships. Graduate Teaching Assistant positions are limited and are awarded on a competitive basis, at either a full or half level. These assistantships include partial or full payment of tuition and some (but not all) fees, and a monthly stipend. Graduate Teaching Assistant assignments are provided for both Fall and Spring semesters. Once awarded an assistantship position, it is renewable each semester unless a Graduate Teaching Assistant fails to meet expectations. Stipends awarded through external funds such as grants may vary in amount from other assistantships awarded by the university. Applications for the Fall 2023 semester are due April 15th. Applications can be submitted here: https://www.mtsu.edu/applynow/application/login Questions about the M.S. in Horse Science program at Middle Tennessee State University may be directed to Dr. Alyssa Logan (alyssa.logan@mtsu.edu).