Gain career-ready skills through hands-on training and professional experience in the Institute of Agricultural Technology. Certificate programs are offered on the campus of Michigan State University, East Lansing and in partnership with several Michigan community colleges.
Check out the individual program videos at the MSU IAT YouTube Channel!
FFA Degree Completers earn general elective credits at Michigan State University.
New and returning students must verify their vaccine and booster status or request an exemption before being allowed to enroll in courses for Fall 2022. Read more about MSU's COVID vaccine and booster mandate for 2022-2023.
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Term |
Deadline to submit application |
Deadline for admits to submit deposit |
First day of classes |
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Spring 2023 |
December 15, 2022 |
January 3, 2023 |
January 9, 2023 |
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Summer 2023 |
May 1, 2023 |
May 8, 2023 |
May 15, 2023 |
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Fall 2023 |
August 14, 2023 |
August 21, 2023 |
August 28, 2023 |
IAT News
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MSU alumnus Brian Matchett honored as Outstanding Educator
Published on September 21, 2022
Brian Matchett, ’03 agriculture, food and natural resources education and ’06 agricultural and Extension education, was one of 10 recipients of the 2022 Outstanding Educator Award. -
MSU animal science students compete in first national dairy cattle judging contest of 2022
Published on June 2, 2022
Seven students traveled to Utah to compete at the Western National Spring Show. -
MSU North American Intercollegiate Dairy Challenge team wins fourth consecutive national title
Published on May 4, 2022
Ten MSU students refined analytical, communication and dairy science skills at the national event. -
MSU Places Sixth in National Collegiate Landscape Competition
Published on March 24, 2022
An MSU student team placed sixth at the National Association of Landscape Professional's National Collegiate Landscape Competition in North Carolina in March 2022. -
MSU students receive scholarship awards for 2021-22
Published on March 17, 2022
Michigan Dairy Memorial and Scholarship Foundation and endowments honoring Howard Cowles and Rolland Patenge award over $80,000 in scholarships to MSU students -
MSU soon enrolling students in new two-year forestry programs
Published on March 15, 2022
The Michigan State University (MSU) Department of Forestry, in partnership with the Institute of Agricultural Technology at MSU, Muskegon Community College and Bay College, will soon accept students in the new forestry programs.
Events
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Oct 12
Institute of Agricultural Technology: Information Session for Prospective Students
October 12, 2022 6:00PM – 7:30PM Online
Information about academic programs, enrollment locations, and other relevant items related to enrollment will be presented. Program will last about 45 minutes and attendees will be able to ask questions.
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Oct 26
Institute of Agricultural Technology: Information Session for Prospective Students
October 26, 2022 6:00PM – 7:30PM Online
Information about academic programs, enrollment locations, and other relevant items related to enrollment will be presented. Program will last about 45 minutes and attendees will be able to ask questions.
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Nov 9
Institute of Agricultural Technology: Information Session for Prospective Students
November 9, 2022 6:00PM – 7:30PM Online
Information about academic programs, enrollment locations, and other relevant items related to enrollment will be presented. Program will last about 45 minutes and attendees will be able to ask questions.
IAT In the News
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Ida Co-Op donates $1,655 to Student Ag Club at Monroe County Community College/IAT
Published on January 22, 2022 by The Monroe News
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MSU student furthers education for a future career in equine industry
Published on January 18, 2022 by Michigan Farm News
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Beaudrie, Herkimer earn Outstanding Ag Student award at Monroe County Community College/MSU IAT
Published on August 20, 2021 by The Monroe News
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Career advancement paths for migrant and seasonal farmworkers through new grant
Published on August 18, 2021 by Farmers Advance
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Ft Lauderdale Student Intern Excels with New Responsibilities
Published on July 29, 2021 by Yellowstone Lanscape Site