by our College Data Analytics TeamCollege Factual reviewed 29 schools in the United States to determine which ones were the best for master's degree seekers in the field of food science. When you put them all together, these colleges and universities awarded 440 master's degrees in food science during the 2020-2021 academic year.
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The food sciences master's degree program you select can have a big impact on your future. This section explores some of the factors we include in our ranking and how much they vary depending on the school you select. To make it into this list, a school must excel in the following areas.
A school that excels in educating for a particular major and degree level must be a great school overall as well. To make it into this list a school must rank well in our overall Best Colleges for a Master's Degree ranking. This ranking considered factors such as graduation rates, overall graduate earnings and other educational resources to identify great colleges and universities.
In addition to the above, you should consider some of the following factors:
Our full ranking methodology documents in more detail how we consider these factors to identify the best colleges for food science students working on their master's degree.
Since picking the right college can be one of the most important decisions of your life, we've developed the Best Food Science Master's Degree Schools ranking, along with many other major-related rankings, to help you make that decision.
Learn about the top ranked colleges and universities for food science students seeking a a master's degree.
Cornell University is one of the best schools in the United States for getting a master's degree in food science. Cornell is a fairly large private not-for-profit university located in the city of Ithaca.More information about a master’s in food science from Cornell University
It is difficult to beat Michigan State University if you wish to pursue a master's degree in food science. Located in the city of East Lansing, Michigan State is a public university with a very large student population.More information about a master’s in food science from Michigan State University
University of California - Davis is a wonderful decision for students pursuing a master's degree in food science. Located in the small suburb of Davis, UC Davis is a public university with a fairly large student population.More information about a master’s in food science from University of California - Davis
Every student who is interested in a master's degree in food science has to take a look at University of Wisconsin - Madison. Located in the city of Madison, UW - Madison is a public university with a very large student population.More information about a master’s in food science from University of Wisconsin - Madison
K -State is a fairly large public university located in the small city of Manhattan.More information about a master’s in food science from Kansas State University
Purdue is a very large public university located in the city of West Lafayette.More information about a master’s in food science from Purdue University - Main Campus
Located in the distant town of Pullman, Wazzu is a public university with a very large student population.More information about a master’s in food science from Washington State University
Located in the suburb of San Luis Obispo, Cal Poly San Luis Obispo is a public university with a very large student population.More information about a master’s in food science from California Polytechnic State University - San Luis Obispo
Located in the city of Ames, Iowa State is a public university with a fairly large student population.More information about a master’s in food science from Iowa State University
Ohio State is a fairly large public university located in the large city of Columbus.More information about a master’s in food science from Ohio State University - Main Campus
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Food Science is one of 5 different types of Food Science Technology programs to choose from.
| Related Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Food Science & Technology, Other | 36 |
| Food Technology & Processing | 16 |
