
Start a Career with a Degree in Food Science
Students who have a passion for all things food-related will find a degree in Food Science particularly appealing. Food Science is a multidisciplinary program that applies science (chemistry, microbiology, etc.) with engineering and nutrition to develop new food products. This degree program also requires students to study and develop processes to improve food safety, quality, and sustainability.The Penn State College of Agricultural Sciences says its Food Science degree program prepares students for careers in "food quality management, processing, research and development, marketing, and distribution" noting career opportunities with companies "that manufacture retail food products as well as companies supporting food manufacturers by supplying food ingredients, processing equipment, and packaging materials or providing services related to institutional feeding."
Food Science graduates can pursue a wide variety of jobs. Notable career fields include:
- Health and Nutrition
- Exercise Science
- Nutrition Science and Dietetics
- Public Health
- Policy Studies
- Anthropology
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Jobs with a Master’s Degree in Food Science:
- Postsecondary Teacher - Instruct students in Food Science courses beyond the high school level. Median Annual Salary: $80,000.
- Agricultural Engineer - Solve problems concerning pollution, environmental issues, and the storage and processing of agricultural products. Median Annual Salary: $84,000.
- Public Relations Manager - Direct the creation of materials that will enhance the public image of their employer or client. Median Annual Salary: $118,000.
- Author - Develop written content for various media types on Food Science topics. Median Annual Salary: $122,000.
GI Bill-Approved Schools and Yellow Ribbon Schools with a Master's Degree in Food Science
Ready to start your Master’s Degree in Food Science? Check out these great programs available at our partner schools:Syracuse University
Offers a Master of Science in Food Studies and an undergraduate degree in Food Studies. Syracuse participates in the Yellow Ribbon program.
Online Master's in Food Science Programs
Kansas State University
Offers a fully online Master’s in Food Science. KState participates in the Yellow Ribbon program.