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Mar 29, 2026
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2026-2027 Academic Catalog [Archived Catalog]
Horticulture (A.S.)
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Program Advisor: Teresa Gaus-Bowling, 371-5442 (tagausbowling@actx.edu) or Contact Angie Alvarez, 371-5444 (afalvarez@actx.edu)
Associate in Science
Major Code - HORT.AS
https://www.actx.edu/horticulture/
With an Associate of Science in Horticulture, you’re well-prepared to embark on a rewarding career in the green industry. This degree equips you with the knowledge and skills to work in various roles, including:
- Landscaping: Design and maintain beautiful outdoor spaces.
- Nursery work: Cultivate, propagate, and sell plants.
- Greenhouse management: Oversee plant growth in controlled environments.
- Arboriculture: Care for trees and shrubs.
- Golf course maintenance: Manage the upkeep of golf courses.
- Parks and recreation: Contribute to the preservation of natural areas.
- Research: Assist in lab and field settings.
An associate degree in horticulture can also serve as a solid foundation for further studies in Plant Science.
Program Requirements
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General Education Requirements (42 Semester Hours)
Life & Physical Sciences - 8 Hours
Social/Behavioral Sciences - 3 Hours
Recommended: Institutional Requirement - 4 Hours
Major Course Requirements (15 Semester Hours)
Recommended Courses - (3 Semester Hours)
Complete a minimum of 3 hours based on University to which student plans to transfer. Elective course options are as follows: SPAN 1411, SPAN 1412, BIOL 1406, and BIOL 1407. NOTE: SPAN 1411 is typically the most beneficial course for transfer purposes. Total (60 Semester Hours)
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