Food Science & Sustainable Technologies
Undergraduate Program Fact Sheet
Food Science & Sustainable Technologies
Food Science & Sustainable Technologies
Food Science & Sustainable Technologies, Bachelor of Science
As Alton Brown says, “All food is science” and nothing could be truer. Well suited to those with a scientific bent
and a deep curiosity about food, our students come to understand the edible world through this fascinating field of
study that combines Biology, Chemistry, Fermentation, Engineering and so much more.

Faces of AgSci
"My passions in my focused degree path are dairy sciences, and my goal is to make an impact on the sustainability, research, and education of the industry." - Alyssa Thibodeau, First-generation college student
College of Agricultural Sciences
2,709 |
Total number of AgSci
undergraduate students
undergraduate students
92 |
Number of undergraduate
students in this major
students in this major
$900K |
In scholarships for
AgSci students
AgSci students
$114M |
In funding for AgSci
research each year
research each year
Food Science & Sustainable Technologies Degree Options
- Food Science
- Fermentation Science
- Enology and Viticulture
Degrees that Pay. Careers that Matter.
Job opportunities are abundant for graduates with expertise in food, agriculture, renewable natural resources, or ecological sustainability. This expertise helps solve the world’s most pressing issues in the arenas of world hunger, human health, and environmental conservation. Discover how you can build a meaningful career that helps make tomorrow better.Examples of career paths with a degree in Food Science & Sustainable Technologies include:
- Brewer or Winemaker
- Quality Assurance Manager
- Packaging Supervisor
- Food or Flavor Chemist
- Sensory or Food Scientist
- Dairy Products Specialist
Individualized Advising
Advisors help students develop their course of study. They are the students’ link to scholarships and campus resources, advise on matters of professional development, and point students toward experiential learning and leadership opportunities that will help them be successful in their agricultural or business careers after graduation. For Food Science & Sustainable Technologies advising, contact Susan QueisserWe're Social!
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