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Department of Agricultural, Environmental, and Development Economics

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Undergraduate


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Welcome to the Department of Agricultural, Environmental, and Development Economics at Ohio State! Our dynamic majors — Agribusiness and Applied Economics (AAE) and Environment, Economy, Development, and Sustainability (EEDS) — empower students to tackle pressing global challenges. We foster a collaborative, student-centered environment enriched by dedicated faculty and tailored advising. Explore diverse minors, from Environmental Economics to Farm Management, to enhance your academic journey. Here, you’ll gain the skills and insights needed for a successful career while making impactful contributions to society. Join us to shape a sustainable future!

AEDE Majors

We offer two undergraduate majors - Agribusiness and Applied Economics (AAE) and Environment, Economy, Development and Sustainability (EEDS), the latter of which is offered in partnership with the School of Environment and Natural Resources. Those with an interest in majoring in AAE or EEDS will indicate their preference on their application to Ohio State.

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AEDE Minors

Ohio State undergraduate students who are majoring in a program other than AAE are permitted to minor in an AEDE program of study. Minors offered include the following:

Advising and Mentorship

Students majoring within our department benefit from having dedicated academic advisors at the departmental level. All of our major students are also connected with a dedicated faculty member who can provide guidance and mentorship. This allows students to connect with experts who understand their path of study in-depth and can connect them with opportunities and resources that will set them up for success at Ohio State and beyond.