East Lansing,
MI,
United States
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
PhD in Food Science in East Lansing United States | Michigan State University
Michigan State University
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East Lansing United States
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Qualification
Doctor of Philosophy
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD
30,663
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
36 months
The Doctor of Philosophy in Food Science generally entails completing 20 to 36 course credits along with 24 research credits through FSC 999 Doctoral Dissertation Research, ensuring comprehensive academic preparation. Students work closely with their primary advisor, research committee members, and the Director of Graduate Studies to identify supplementary coursework that supports their research objectives and fulfills Ph.D. core requirements, particularly for those transitioning from a different master's discipline. A minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 is mandatory, excluding research and collateral credits.
The Department of Food Science and Human Nutrition provides graduate programs for both Master of Science and Doctor of Philosophy degrees in Food Science through the College of Agriculture and Natural Resources. Post-doctoral research opportunities are also available. Candidates enrolled in master's or doctoral programs focus on either 1) food safety and toxicology or 2) food processing and quality enhancement. Prospective graduate students should possess foundational knowledge in general, quantitative, and organic chemistry, as well as biochemistry. Ideal preparation includes coursework in biological and agricultural sciences, mathematics, physics, nutrition, engineering, or economics.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.5
Qualification Requirements
All Official Transcripts. TOEFL PBT - 550. TOEFL IBT - 80. IELTS - 6.5.
Students admitted into our graduate program have at least a 3.0 GPA in undergraduate work or an appropriate MS program, Competitive Graduate Record Exam (GRE) scores (50th percentile for verbal and quantitative, and 3.5 or above for analytical).
Transcripts
Statement of Purpose (Your past, present, and future experience/plans in Food Science & Human Nutrition. Some information may be presented as a CV.)
GRE General Score
(ETS codes: 1465 for MSU)
TOEFL Score (International Applicants)
Additional Information:
We accept photocopies of test scores in order to review applications, but we must receive official scores sent from the testing center, for students who receive an offer of admission to be admitted.
International applicants from non-English speaking countries are required to take either the TOEFL in order to have their application reviewed.
We must have official transcripts from every university or college that you have ever attended. International applicants must include official transcripts translated into English. The official transcript should come from the degree granting University in a sealed stamped envelope. Please send to the Food Science & Human Nutrition Department.
If graduated with a degree, we also need a certification of graduation or degree granting diploma.
Students admitted into our graduate program have at least a 3.0 GPA in undergraduate work or an appropriate MS program, Competitive Graduate Record Exam (GRE) scores (50th percentile for verbal and quantitative, and 3.5 or above for analytical).
Transcripts
Statement of Purpose (Your past, present, and future experience/plans in Food Science & Human Nutrition. Some information may be presented as a CV.)
GRE General Score
(ETS codes: 1465 for MSU)
TOEFL Score (International Applicants)
Additional Information:
We accept photocopies of test scores in order to review applications, but we must receive official scores sent from the testing center, for students who receive an offer of admission to be admitted.
International applicants from non-English speaking countries are required to take either the TOEFL in order to have their application reviewed.
We must have official transcripts from every university or college that you have ever attended. International applicants must include official transcripts translated into English. The official transcript should come from the degree granting University in a sealed stamped envelope. Please send to the Food Science & Human Nutrition Department.
If graduated with a degree, we also need a certification of graduation or degree granting diploma.
Tuition
USD
30,663