Overview

There are thesis and non-thesis options for the Food Science and Technology program at Iowa State University. There are specific minimum course work requirements for each degree and option. Your POS committee may determine you need additional coursework. Each student is required to consult with their major professor every term prior to registration for course work.

Learning Outcomes

Apply ethical reasoning within the discipline of food science, nutritional sciences or dietetics.
Effectively communicate discipline-specific information in written and oral forms to scientific audiences.
Effectively interact within scientific teams.

Outcomes Assessment

Satisfactory completion of degree course requirements with a minimum cumulative GPA ≥ 3.0, including a grade of B- or better for courses within the major.
Satisfactory seminar attendance
Student-developed POSC assigned to ensure satisfactory program of study
Successful defense of original thesis research to POSC
Professional presentation of thesis research as a departmental seminar
Preparation of a manuscript for submission to a peer-reviewed journal
Formal evaluation of teaching efforts
Annual review of student progress by a committee of faculty

Secure professional-level position in a relevant area such as academia, industry, government, or health care

Programme Structure

Courses:

Advanced Food Analysis and Instrumentation
Rapid Methods in Food Micro
Advanced Food Processing
Advanced Food Micro
Advanced Food Chem

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-08-25 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-02-18 00:00:00

Language

English

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IELTS

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Credits

30 SCH

30-36

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Ames, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

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English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Iowa State University Graduate College Application
Applicant Supplemental Information Form
Resume – required format
Nonrefundable application fee: domestic applicants – $60; international applicants – $100
Official academic transcripts from each college or university currently or previously attended. (Official transcripts from Iowa State University are not required.)
Three letters of recommendation from faculty members and/or employers acquainted with the qualifications that would make the applicant a successful graduate student
Graduate Record Examination (GRE).
Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) or IELTS.

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

33988 USD / year

≈ 33988 USD / year
Out-of-State

32008 USD / year

≈ 32008 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

13868 USD / year

≈ 13868 USD / year

Living costs

Ames

United States

1158 - 1797 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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Overview

Learning Outcomes

Outcomes Assessment

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

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Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

Prepare for Your English Test

Other requirements

General requirements

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic

Living costs

Ames

Financing

Funding

Scholarships Information

Available Scholarships

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