The Graduate Program in Food Science requires GRE scores, two letters of recommendation, official transcripts from the prospective applicants, and acceptable TOEFL for international students whose native languages are not English. The applicants should have a Bachelor's degree in one of the following: food science, chemistry, biochemistry, microbiology, engineering, or related fields. A course in organic chemistry is preferred. Students without organic chemistry will have to complete a course in their first semester. A bachelors degree with a science/math/engr major from an accredited university, and a GPA of 3.0 or higher. Official Transcripts, A TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) or IELTS (International English Language Testing System) test score is required if your undergraduate education was completed in a non-English speaking country.:
The minimum paper-based TOEFL score is 550. The minimum computer-based TOEFL score is 213.
The minimum IBT-internet based TOEFL is Writing 22, Speaking 23, Reading 21, Listening 17.
An acceptable IELTS score is bandwidth 7
GRE exam (may be waived based on academic background, adequate grade point average, and 5 years related work experience) Click here to determine your eligibility. If you meet any of the criteria listed, please contact us
We use three factors in determining admission: GRE, GPA(undergrad), and Work Experience. While work experience is not mandatory for admission (except for the engineering management concentration), we do take it under consideration.
2 letters of recommendation
Personal statement.
Resume
Test scores, such as GRE, GMAT, or LSAT, as required by your intended program.
Letters of recommendation, resume, and a personal statement describing educational and professional goals.
Required prerequisite courses as evidenced in your official college transcripts.