Dairy Science is a field of study that focuses on the technology and science behind the production of milk and dairy products, such as butter, cheese, ice cream, yogurt and more. Learn the biology and chemistry behind managing dairy animals and making dairy products. A strong extracurricular program connects you with other DelVal students in your field.


Why Study Dairy Science at DelVal?

  • You will be part of a small, close-knit community where you can walk to the livestock facilities from your residence hall. 
  • Your coursework will be backed by our award-winning hands-on Experience360 Program working with all major breeds in our on-campus dairy, starting in year one.
  • You can access internship and career exploration opportunities through our network of alumni, faculty, staff and employer connections.
  • Our dairy science graduates have multiple career paths available to them upon graduation. 
100%
real-world experience
Darian Poles, a previous student is in the fields with a cow beside him.
four college-aged students walking together under some trees
$30,100
average scholarship and grant amount awarded to freshmen in 2025-26
18
Average class size
Three students are working in the barn with dairy cows, and professor Joanne Powell.

DAIRY SCIENCE AT-A-GLANCE

Our diverse course offerings can prepare you for a variety of careers within dairy science. 

Sample Courses

  • Introduction to Animal Science
  • Biological Science
  • General Chemistry
  • Principles of Dairy Science
  • Dairy Business Analysis
  • Dairy Husbandry Techniques
  • Dairy Systems and Management
  • Spanish for Agriculture
  • AI Techniques
  • Animal Nutrition
  • Physiology of Reproduction
  • Lactation Physiology

Possible Minors

Career Paths

Graduates of DelVal’s dairy science program have many career paths open to them including veterinary medicine, dairy management, agribusiness, federal and state positions in research and compliance, and more.

Three students are working in the field with dairy cows.
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Much More Than an Internship Program

The Experience360 Program gives you the opportunity to apply classroom lessons to real-world experiences in the field of dairy science. In addition to valuable internships, E360 includes career exploration including hiring trends and salaries, opportunities for student research, week-long study abroad, leadership development and community service.

Learn about our Dairy Science Center

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Get Involved
Student Clubs and Organizations
  • Dairy Society
  • Block and Bridle
  • A-Day State Fair
  • Collegiate Cattlemen’s
Joanne Powell, Co-Chair, Department of Animal Science, Instructor

Office Location: Feldman 112

POV of Dairy Science Students

Students taking notes in the livestock barn with a professor
A student is showing a cow at the annual green and gold sale on campus.
A student putting packets into a heater
Two male students are at the dairy barn standing by cows lined up for feeding.
Joanne Powell is working with two students in the dairy barn on handling a cow.