St. Andrews Equestrian Program Means Excellence

The St. Andrews Equestrian Program has enjoyed great success as demonstrated by six ANRC Intercollegiate National Championships (1997, 1998, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2007), Reserve Champion at the ANRC Intercollegiate National Championships (2004, 2006), two IHSA Zone Hunter Seat All-Star Championships (2002, 2004), six IHSA Hunter Seat Reserve Regional Team Championships (2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007), four IHSA Western Regional Team Championships (2006, 2007, 2008, 2009) and four IDA National Final Qualifications (2002, 2003, 2004, 2005).

Our riders choose St. Andrews for our strong academics as well as for our nationally recognized riding program. If you are interested in blending Equine Studies with other disciplines, you may find that a major in Equine Business Management is the perfect combination. Graduating with a B.A. in Business Administration with a specialization in Equine Business Management prepares you for many careers in and out of the equestrian industry. Or you may choose to major in another discipline such as Psychology, Biology, Art or Politics while pursuing a minor in Equine Studies. Pre-Veterinary studies may be your interest if you are planning to attend veterinary school or become a Veterinarian Technician. The options are limitless and the professors at St. Andrews will work with you to help you obtain your goals.

Multi-faceted truly describes our program because you can tailor it to fit your needs. We try to offer opportunities for every rider: the recreational rider, the beginning rider, the serious amateur, and the aspiring professional. Do you want to board your own horse? Major in a field that will lead to a job in the horse industry? Compete? Work at the barn? If any answer is "yes," come see what it takes to be a rider at St. Andrews, because we are going to have something for you!

Our program produces outstanding young professionals and top performers in the show ring. Our excellent school horses and faculty are the primary factors that make our program so special.

For information on the Equestrian Program, contact Peggy McElveen, Equestrian Director. For information on the Therapeutic Horsemanship Program, contact Pebbles Turbeville, Director of the Therapeutic Horsemanship Program.