Botany Majors - Which Colleges?

Hi everyone! Botany's become a big passion of mine and I'm considering turning it into a major. Could you guys shout out some colleges known for their botany programs? Very grateful!

Certainly, that's a great field of study! There are several excellent institutions known for strong botany or plant sciences programs.

1. University of Wisconsin, Madison: Their Department of Botany provides a comprehensive foundation in plant biology. They offer various botany-related concentrations, such as Plant Ecology, Conservation Biology, and Biotechnology.

2. University of California, Davis: UC Davis offers a plant biology major in which you can study botany from a variety of angles and contexts – from cellular and molecular to the ecosystem level.

3. Cornell University: Cornell's Plant Science program provides specialization in several sub-domains, like plant genetics, plant ecology, and physiological plant ecology. It's notable for the breadth of research opportunities it offers.

4. University of Florida: UF's botany degree is fairly versatile and allows undergraduate students to choose between four specializations: General Botany, Pre-Professional Botany, Environmental Sciences, and Public and Urban Horticulture.

5. Michigan State University: Their Plant Biology program, housed under the College of Natural Science, is known for its strong focus on research, especially in the fields of ecology and plant systematics.

When researching these programs, consider what sub-discipline you're most interested in, as each program may have strengths in different areas. Don’t forget to look into research opportunities, practical field work, and faculty expertise in your areas of interest as these factors also play a crucial role in your undergraduate experience.