Overview

Our research and education programs integrate the disciplines of chemistry, microbiology, biotechnology, processing, engineering, toxicology, sensory science, product development, animal health, biochemistry and nutrition to prepare qualified graduates for food-related careers in industry, government, and academia. The Food Science program is offered by Alabama A&M University.

The graduate programs in Food Science provide students with a deeper understanding and knowledge base of the various areas of the field and also give students the opportunity to conduct hands-on research; an essential part of this applied science. Students learn theory in a classroom setting, and apply the knowledge gained in a laboratory setting.

Students earning a M.S. in Food Science will be thoroughly prepared to begin work in any area of Food Science, including Nutritional/Food Biochemistry, Food Engineering/Processing, Food Chemistry, Food Toxicology, Food Biotechnology, Food Microbiology/Safety, Animal Health and Sensory Science.

Career fields

Demand for food scientists with graduate degrees is high. Graduates are employed in the food industry in research and development, food process development, food safety, quality assurance, analytical sciences and managerial positions. Recent graduates have found employment with major food companies such as General Mills, Kellogg’s, Nestle, Land-O-Lakes, Ingredion, Wayne Farms and others.

Many M.S. graduates continue on for a Ph.D. in preparation for a career in academia. Students also find employment with the federal agencies, such as the Food and Drug Administration and the United States Department of Agriculture.

Programme Structure

Concentrations:

Molecular/Nutritional Biochemistry/Toxicology
Food Chemistry/Biochemistry

Product Development

Food Safety and Processing
Molecular Food Biotechnology and Animal Health

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-21 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-06-15 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2027-01-08 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-11-15 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

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Credits

30 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Abbeville, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

2.7

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Other requirements

General requirements

Have a minimum grade point average of 2.75 on a (4.0 GPA scale) at the undergraduate level from a regionally accredited college/university.
Submit a minimum score of 146 on the verbal and 140 on the quantitative portions of the GRE (if required). Together the combined score must be a minimum of 286. Some programs may require higher GRE scores. MBA students are required to attain a minimum GMAT score of 350.
Hold a baccalaureate degree or its equivalent from a regionally accredited college or university.
Meet all program specific requirements.

Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

25200 USD / year

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Out-of-State

25200 USD / year

≈ 25200 USD / year
Domestic

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In-State

12660 USD / year

≈ 12660 USD / year

Living costs

Abbeville

United States

900 - 1400 USD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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