Earn a Certificate, Bachelor’s, or Associate’s Degree in Sustainable Food and Farming at UMass Amherst.
A Leader in Online Education
Recognized among the nation’s best, UMass Amherst combines flexibility with the distinction of a leading public research university.
Finish What You Started—And Help Shape a More Sustainable Future
At UMass Amherst, the Sustainable Food and Farming program gives you the opportunity to complete your bachelor’s degree fully online while focusing on food systems, agriculture, and sustainability. Designed for students passionate about environmental responsibility and social impact, this program connects academic learning to real-world challenges in how we grow, distribute, and value food.
Our fully online and asynchronous certificate or degrees are designed to fit into your busy schedule. Degree requirements are flexible so you can focus on your own area of interest.
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Quality Curriculum
UMass Amherst is ranked as the #1 agricultural university in the nation and #5 in the world.
Many Course Options
50 unique Sustainable Food & Farming courses are offered each year with an average class size of 25 or less.
Flexible & Fully Online
Never log in for a live lecture. These courses are accessible and flexible to work around your life.
Choose from among three fully online program options:
Our 15-credit online Certificate is ideal for adults seeking to change careers, college graduates who want to explore a new area of study, lifelong learners pursuing a personal interest, or as a steppingstone to an associate or bachelor's degree.
Our 120-credit online Bachelor of Science Degree is ideal for anyone who cannot attend a residential college. If you already have a bachelor’s degree, you may earn a second degree by taking 60 additional credits or less.
Come join us and make a positive impact on the future of agriculture with a degree in Sustainable Food and Farming! Request more information today and visit the program page to explore curriculum details and admissions requirements
