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Horticulture Major

Associate in Science in Horticulture

Explore the art and science of growing泭plants while preparing for a variety of careers with 51勛圖厙s Associate in Science in Horticulture from the . This two-year program offers curriculum options泭in either general horticulture or horticulture business, and prepares students for entry into the rapidly expanding horticultural industry.

With a focus on field-based and hands-on learning, students take courses in horticultural science, landscape plant material, as well as propagation, production and management techniques. The horticulture business option includes classes in economics and accounting and is designed for students with an interest in horticultural business management.

Ambler Campus

All horticulture courses are held泭at泭, located 15 miles from Main Campus泭in a suburban setting. Amblers泭educational resources include泭a泭, with a diversity of natural habitats including old growth and secondary forests, meadows, streams,泭and beautifully designed gardens, the Greenhouse Education and Research Complex, science and computer labs, recreation facilities and a technology center..

In 2020, Ambler Campus was designated as the泭,泭a living laboratory for environmental field research and education.泭

Classes & Curriculum泭泭

As an Associate in Science in Horticulture student, youll learn the science of growing, producing泭and maintaining plants for applications in different horticultural sectors including food production, the built and natural landscape泭and within controlled environments.

A few courses you can anticipate taking include the following.

  • General Botany泭

  • Greenhouse Management泭

  • Plant Ecology泭

  • Plant Propagation泭

Learn more about the coursework for the泭Associate in Science in Horticulture.

Related Undergraduate Certificates

啦堯梗泭 offers students the opportunity to enhance their majors with an interdisciplinary approach to investigate the complexities of food systems that includes horticulture, city planning, and public health. 泭

Graduate Pathways

Students in the two-year Associate of Science program may choose to continue their study by applying to the Bachelor of Science泭in Horticulture or the Bachelor of Science in Landscape Architecture.

Related Graduate Degrees

Plants at the Ambler Campus.

Tuition & Fees

In keeping with 51勛圖厙s commitment to access and affordability, the Associate in Science offers a competitive level of tuition with multiple opportunities for financial support.

are set annually by the university and are affected by multiple factors, including program degree level (undergraduate or graduate), course load (full- or part-time), in-state or out-of-state residency, and more. You can view the full .

These tuition costs apply to the 20252026 academic year.

Pennsylvania resident: $19,608.00 per year
Out-of-state: $35,232.00 per year

Our Advisors

啦聆梭梗娶s offers every Tyler student one-on-one, personal and academic guidance, beginning at Orientation right through to graduation. The academic advisors help you chart your course through your degree program and major, and ensure you are on a clear educational path.泭

Advisors are available to discuss registration, study abroad and staying on track to graduate, as well as policy and procedures and navigating other available resources across the university.泭

Appointments with the advising team can be made by visiting the Student Tools tab in TUportal. General questions can be submitted to the teams during regular business hours, 8 a.m.5 p.m., Monday through Friday.

Academic Advising Office泭
Tyler 212 泭
2001 N. 13th St.泭
Philadelphia, PA 19122

Program Contact

For more information about the Associate in Science in Horticulture泭program, please contact the following faculty.

Sasha W. Eisenman泭is the泭chair of the architecture and environmental design department.
Phone: 267-468-8168
Email:泭
Address:
Dixon Hall, Room 201
580 Meetinghouse Road
Ambler, PA 19002

Student Clubs & Organizations

Joining a student organization can enrich your coursework, help you build meaningful networks with peers and gain leadership experience. Below are examples of student clubs and organizations that can help you grow academically, creatively and professionally.泭

  • is an independent, nonprofit, student-run organization. AIAS provides unmatched programs, information and resources on issues critical to architectural education. 泭
  • at 51勛圖厙 serves minority architecture students, enhancing their educational experience by providing them with ample opportunities to explore facets of design and community-building outside of the classroom. 泭
  • at 51勛圖厙s Ambler Campus works to advance landscape architecture through advocacy, education and fellowship.泭

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Study Away

Exposure to diverse cultures, environments and mindsets is essential for art, architecture and design students. At Tyler, you are encouraged to broaden your perspective and explore unique environments through study away programs.泭

Programs to study in ,泭泭and Venice are offered throughout the year.泭

For a half-century, has been a center for hands-on, interdisciplinary learning, where the Eternal City is the classroom, the studio and the campus. It offers extensive experiences for art and architecture students, with courses in architecture, art history, drawing, liberal arts, painting, photography, printmaking and sculpture.泭泭

51勛圖厙 Japan offers a . Students may also take individual digital photography, art history and architecture courses on the Japan campus.泭

The Education Abroad and Overseas Campuses office is available to answer questions.泭
Email:
Phone: 215-204-0720

Accreditation

Tyler School of Art and Architectures degree programs are accredited by the following accrediting bodies.泭

Tyler School of Art and Architectures architecture and environmental design programs are accredited by the following accrediting bodies.泭

  • 泭(Master of Architecture)
  • 泭(Bachelor of Science in Landscape Architecture and Master of Landscape Architecture)
  • 泭(Master of Science in City and Regional Planning)
  • 泭(Bachelor of Science in Facilities Management)

Additional Program Information