Founded in 1894, the Institute of Agricultural Technology delivers innovative, educational programs that develop career-ready graduates through intensive, practical learning and skill enhancement in agricultural, environmental, and applied technologies. 

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Spring 2025 IAT Graduation Ceremony

1:00PM - 3:00PM

IAT-badge-graphicGain 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!

Term

Deadline to submit application

Deadline for admits to submit deposit

First day of classes

Fall 2025

August 15, 2025

August 20, 2025

August 25, 2025

Spring 2026

December 15, 2025

January 7, 2026

January 12, 2026

Fall 2026

August 20, 2026

August 26, 2026

August 31, 2026

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Events

  • Aug 28

    2025 CANR OCAB Graduate Student Welcome

    August 28, 2025 6:00PM – 8:00PM Michigan State University Microbial Atrium

    Join us for the OCAB Graduate Student Welcome with the CANR Office of Culture, Access and Belonging

  • Sep 18

    2025 OCAB Fall Welcome Reception

    September 18, 2025 11:30AM – 2:00PM Michigan State University Microbial Atrium

    Join us for the OCAB Fall Welcome Reception with the CANR Office of Culture, Access and Belonging

  • Sep 30

    MSU Agriculture & Food Industry Fair 2025

    September 30, 2025 3:00PM – 6:00PM Munn Ice Arena

    MSU will host an Agriculture & Food Industry Career Fair at the Munn Ice Arena on Sept. 30, 2025.

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