Through the academic excellence of our variety of undergraduate majors, graduate programs, certificates and minors, the University of Kentucky Martin-Gatton College of Agriculture, Food and Environment prepares students to be leaders in their industry. 

Learn what opportunities await you. See yourself here.

Our Programs

Our agricultural science, environmental, business, social service and health-related programs are among the best in the country. Discover what we have to offer. 

Bachelor's

The Martin-Gatton CAFE has a variety of majors to match your academic and professional goals.

Master's

We offer several master's degree programs to expand your knowledge and advance your career.

Doctorate

The Martin-Gatton CAFE offers doctorate degree programs to build on your knowledge and experience.

Undergrad Certificates

Undergraduate certificates are a convenient and flexible way to earn credentials for career advancement.

Graduate Certificates

The Martin-Gatton CAFE offers a variety of graduate certificates to help you meet your goals.

Minors

Pursuing a minor can complement your major program. Check out our variety of options.

Continuing the Land-Grant Mission 

The Martin-Gatton College of Agriculture, Food and Environment, including its Cooperative Extension Service and Kentucky Agricultural Experiment Station, fulfills its threefold land-grant mission of serving people through teaching, extension and research.

Over 160 years of progress, our college has kept the land-grant promise at the core of what we do while embracing innovation to better serve Kentuckians of today and tomorrow.

70+

Undergrad, grad, minor and certificate programs in our college.

2,600+

Students are enrolled in Martin-Gatton CAFE programs.

$1.2M+

In Martin-Gatton CAFE scholarships awarded in 2024-25.

27%+

Of our students are first-generation college students.

Upcoming Events

Jan 29 2026

BAE Graduate Student Recruitment Event

Multi-Day Event

University of Kentucky

Feb 14 2026

Pre-Vet Experience Day 2026 - High School Edition

All Day

University of Kentucky

Feb 20 2026

2026 Design Career Fair

9 a.m. ET

Gatton Student Center Ballrooms

Questions?

Center for Student Success
N6 Agricultural Science Center
1100 South Limestone
Lexington, KY 40546
859-257-3468
CAFEadvising@uky.edu