Overview

As a student of the Chapman University’s Master of Science in Food Science you will apply scientific principles to study the properties of food and develop innovative ways to process and package foods, resulting in safe, sustainable and nutritious food choices.

Why Pursue a Master’s in Food Science?

The demand for food scientists is projected to increase 7% through 2026*.

Job prospects in Southern California are especially strong because industry-leading companies are well represented in the region.

The food industry is economically stable and full of rewarding careers.

MS in Food Science Programme Highlights

Convenient evening classes for working adults.

Excellent graduate and alumni career and internship placement rates.

Choose an emphasis in Food Safety and Regulatory or Product Development and Sensory Evaluation.

Receive support applying for a USDA National Needs Fellowship which will allow you to gain expertise addressing areas of shortage such as food science and human nutrition.

Careers

Graduate students also readily gain admission into graduate programs of their choice, including medical school.

The programme is also beneficial for students who are about to attain medical or dental degrees, as they can complete the food science coursework in the same year that they are applying to medical school and taking exams.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Food Chemistry

Food Processing and Preservation

Food Microbiology

Statistics for Food Scientists

Government Regulation of Foods

Food Safety

Workplace Communications for Food Scientists

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 60 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-02-01 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-10-15 00:00:00
Starting 2027-08-25 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-01-15 00:00:00

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Applications received after this date will be considered on a rolling basis as space is available.

Language

English

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Credits

150 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Los Angeles, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

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General requirements

Online application for admission (including $60 non-refundable application fee)

Official transcript from degree granting institution. If prerequisite courses have been taken at schools other than the degree granting institution, those transcripts must also be submitted.

Applicants must have earned a minimum grade point average of 3.00.

An interview is required for all applicants.

Submission of Graduate Record Exam (GRE) or Graduate Management Admission Test (GMAT) scores is optional for the M.S. Food Science program. The GRE or GMAT is required for consideration to the Joint MS/MBA program (GRE school code is 4047).

Letters of recommendation; two letters of recommendation are required which describe your professional and academic abilities

Statement of Intent; an essay addressing your reasons for wishing to attend Chapman University and the M.S. Food Science program

Resume; a resume or curriculum vitae is required

Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

33745 USD / year

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Out-of-State

33745 USD / year

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Domestic

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In-State

33745 USD / year

≈ 33745 USD / year

Living costs

Los Angeles

United States

1520 - 2570 USD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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Scholarships Information

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Overview

Why Pursue a Master’s in Food Science?

MS in Food Science Programme Highlights

Careers

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

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Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic

Living costs

Los Angeles

Funding

Scholarships Information

Available Scholarships

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