Equine Industries - Overview
Are horses in your blood?
The Equine Industries program at the Stockbridge School is a horse management program with emphasis on the care, breeding, and training of horses. Business and financial aspects of the industry are also covered. Hands-on experience is gained by working with the University's 60-horse herd, which includes 30 registered Bay State Morgans. The offspring of the Morgan breeding program provide animals for training classes and school horses for the riding program.
Why choose a career in the Equine Industry?
The size and diversity of the horse industry provide a variety of career opportunities for you when you graduate from the Equine Industries program. In this field, with its tradition of equal opportunity for both men and women, you can find employment as a breeding farm or stable manager, riding instructor, care technician, or horse trainer. Related opportunities exist in areas such as tack and equipment sales, equine publications, and equine massage therapy.
Opportunities in the Equine Industry are increasing
Horses require skillful management, knowledgeable training, technical services, elaborate facilities, and specialized feeds. The American Horse Council has estimated that the horse industry directly contributes $25.3 billion annually to the nation's economy by providing services and products to owners, riders, and horses. Over 7 million Americans participate in some aspect of the industry. Those who enjoy horses can establish a satisfying career in this diverse and popular industry.
The size and diversity of the horse industry provides a variety of career opportunities for Equine Industries Program graduates. This includes working directly with horses as professional riders, trainers, stud farm managers, equitation instructors, and other related equine businesses. Some students continue their education and become equine veterinarians, researchers, and college or university professors.
New England Regional Student Program (NERSP)
Students who are residents of Maine, Vermont, or Rhode Island may be eligible for reduced tuition through the New England Regional Student Program (NERSP). Get an overview of how the program works, or visit the NERSP website for more details.
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