About the course

Students may pursue a master's or doctoral degree in Food Science, Nutrition and Health Promotion with a concentration in Food Science and Technology. A Bachelor of Science in Food Technology, Food Science, or related areas will be considered to meet the prerequisites for study toward an advanced degree. Students from other disciplines may be required to take leveling courses generally not to exceed 15 semester hours.

　　The Master of Science in Food Science, Nutrition and Health Promotion with a concentration in Food Science and Technology requires a minimum of 30 hours of graduate credit (Including 6 hours of research/thesis), a research thesis, and a final defense. At least 12 hours of coursework must be taken at the 8000-level. Graduate assistantships may be available. Scholarships - View all scholarships Internships

　　

Start dates and prices

Course fees are indicative and should be used as a guide. Speak to a counsellor to get an accurate price.

　　Duration: 3 Semester(s)Fees: US$37,185

Intake	Location
Spring (January), 2021	Mississippi
Spring (January), 2024	Mississippi
Summer (June), 2024	Mississippi
Fall (September), 2024	Mississippi
Spring (January), 2025	Mississippi
Summer (June), 2025	Mississippi
Fall (September), 2025	Mississippi
Spring (January), 2026	Mississippi
Summer (June), 2026	Mississippi

　　

How to apply

Entry requirements for Mississippi State University

Baccalaureate (four-year degree) for entry into the M.S. program and 60 credit hours beyond a baccalaureate degree for admission to the Ph.D. program if a master's degree has not been earned.

　　Nutrition concentrations require an overall 3.00 GPA in undergraduate study for entry into the M.S. degree program

　　Food Science and Technology concentrations require a 2.75 GPA but a 3.00 is preferred. Typically, a 2.75 GPA requires provisional admittance.

　　The Health Promotion concentration requires a 2.75 GPA but a 3.00 is preferred. Typically, a 2.75 GPA requires provisional admittance.

　　TOEFL Paper-based score: 550 or better

　　TOEFL Internet-based (iBT): 79 or better

　　IELTS: 6.5 or better

　　

English language requirements

　　6.5

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　　TOEFL Internet based overall score: 79.0

　　

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