In a recent college survey on academic advising, Plant Pathology ranked highest among academic departments by both undergraduate and graduate students, validating our commitment to student education.

When we say we're here for our students, we mean it.

Interested in plant pathology?

We offer an undergradate major in Plant Health Management and a minor in Plant Pathology.  Students take basic core science courses plus classes in plant pathology, horticulture and related areas.  We also offer introductory and general education courses.

Explore the "Future Undergraduate Students" tab for more information our our programs, including degree programs, internships, scholarships and courses.

• Plants Get Sick Too! Great idea starters if you're looking for research projects related to plant disease.
• Why OSU Extension, OARDC and CFAES?  YouTube video about Research, Teaching and Extension.

Thinking about graduate school?

Department Chair Dr. Mike Boehm has developed a guide to help you think about your options (pdf file).  And we invite you to explore the "Future Graduate Students" tab for more information on our research areas and the graduate application process.

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Want to learn more?  The following presentations offer an excellent overview to the field.

What is Plant Pathology?  by Mike Ellis and Sarah Ellis (11 min) Feb 2008

Intro to Plant Pathology By Mike Boehm and Sarah Ellis (12 min) Jan 2008