Program Overview

Program Course Delivery
NXT GEN AG - Certificate Online

Anywhere. Anytime. 100% Online. 

All University of Minnesota Crookston online programs are offered asynchronously, which means you learn where you want, when you want - all you need is an internet connection. You can earn a world class University of Minnesota degree, from the comfort and convenience of your own home - Talk about the best of both worlds!

Giving employers what they want and students what they need. A pathway to grow and harvest your rural success.

NXT GEN AG is a program intended for students in the workforce who may have had some previous higher education experience. This groundbreaking college experience will help develop the next generation of agriculture professionals.

Complete this certificate program in as little as a year. All credits transfer seamlessly to any of the U of M Crookston undergraduate degree programs if you continue your education.

NXT GEN AG is a certificate program.

NXT GEN AG Certificate 

NXT Gen Ag provides new and returning students with the key skill sets needed to advance their careers and enhance their communities within the agricultural industry.

NXT GEN Ag Certificate Courses

Program Description

  • Start with courses most sought by employers that focus on personal development, communication skills, and leadership techniques.
  • Jump-start your way into a University of Minnesota bachelor's degree. These 21 initial credits lead to a degree in Agricultural Business or any of our other degree programs.
  • Real-world experiences and community engagement.
  • 100% of classes are online.
  • Finish this accelerated program in just one year.
  • A dedicated student success coach to keep you on track.
  • Course pathway:
    • 21 credits - 1 year accelerated program
    • GBUS 1001 - Emerging Leaders Success Seminar
    • GBUS 2200 - Foundations of Business & Technology
    • LEAD 2210 (3 credits) - Personal Leadership
    • LEAD 2600 (3 credits) - Introduction to Creative & Innovative Thinking
    • LEAD 2500 (3 credits) - Problem Solving and Decision Making
    • LEAD 2900 (3 credits) - Community Engaged Project

Elective of Choice (3 credits)

Awards and Accreditation

The University of Minnesota Crookston is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission.

Student Experiences

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Future Online Students

Many of our online students are full-time employees or full-time parents, and lots are both! So whether you’re thinking about finishing a degree, adding a second one, or taking on a brand new career path - this is YOUR time. Our online programs are designed with you in mind, and are flexible to be taken anywhere, anytime, 100% online.

Average Cost After Aid

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$13,288

Average amount of grants & scholarships received (2022-2023 data)

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$12,894

Average net price after grants & scholarships (2021-2022 data)

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$22,883

Average TOTAL student loan debt after graduation (2022-2023)

Scholarship and Funding Options

The University of Minnesota Crookston provides quick and easy access to over $1 million worth of scholarship opportunities for new and returning students!

Your Future Professors

Courtney Bergman
Lecturer, Veden Fellow
Jacob Isaacs
Dir. Student Success/Advising
Rachel Lundbohm
Associate Professor, Veden Fellow
Kevin Thompson
Dir of Adv & Alumni Relations