Master of Science (M.S.) in Food Science and Nutrition - Food Science Specialization (Plan B): Fees & Entry Requirements at Colorado State University, USA

Master of Science (M.S.) in Food Science and Nutrition - Food Science Specialization (Plan B)

USA

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What will I learn?

The Master of Science degree in food science and nutrition with a specialization in food science provides a focus on the health properties of food, food microbiology, safety, and chemistry. You will have the opportunity to research and learn about the processes commonly used in food production, and various methods of improving food safety and quality. The increasing public focus on healthy eating and food sustainability makes an advanced degree in food science especially valuable. This program will prepare you to pursue more advanced degrees or take on jobs in the fields of food systems and microbiology.

Which department am I in?

College of Health and Human Sciences

Study options

Full Time (4 Semesters)

Tuition fees
$31,556.00 (26,62,504) per year
Housing: $8,029, Food: $9,479, Transportation: $2,400, Personal Expenses: $1,728, Books & Supplies: $720.

*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please check with institution

Start date

August 2026

Venue

Fort Collins

711 Oval Drive, Fort Collins,

Fort Collins,

Colorado,

80521, West, United States

Entry requirements

For international students

Completion of a bachelors degree equivalent to a U.S. Bachelors degree from an institution that is recognized by a governmental national higher education authority (at the time the degree was earned). Transcripts of all collegiate work completed. In general, the minimum cumulative GPA for non-provisional admittance is a 3.000 GPA (on a 4.0 scale) to be admitted by the Graduate School. Departments may require a higher GPA. For admission of international applicants, the minimum grade for non-provisional admittance is a B grade equivalent. The grade equivalency is the recommended U.S. grade equivalent, not the GPA equivalent.

*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.

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