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    Food Science MS

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    Minneapolis, USMSIn-person30 months
    STEM-OPT
    $57,232.00
    Tuition
    over 30mo
    23.74%
    Acceptance
    of applicants
    10
    Cohort
    students
    30
    Credits
    $95.00
    App fee

    Food Science MS at University of Minnesota-Twin Cities is a 30-credit, 30-month, in-person MS program based in Minneapolis, US. Tuition is $57,232 and the program is STEM-OPT eligible for international students.

    About the program

    Applies scientific principles from chemistry, physics, microbiology, and nutrition to food processing, preservation, product development, and marketing. Students emphasize areas such as chemistry, engineering, microbiology, nutrition, or technology of food products.

    Focus: research

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    Deadlines

    Spring 2027
    Sep 15, 2026
    Fall 2026
    Dec 1, 2026

    Standardized tests

    TOEFL
    required
    Min International applicants for whom English is not their native language must submit official TOEFL, IELTS, or MELAB exam scores with their application. This is a University of Minnesota requirement that is not enforced by the Department of Food Science and Nutrition. See the University of Minnesota Graduate School’s English language proficiency page for more information.
    IELTS
    required
    Min International applicants for whom English is not their native language must submit official TOEFL, IELTS, or MELAB exam scores with their application. This is a University of Minnesota requirement that is not enforced by the Department of Food Science and Nutrition. See the University of Minnesota Graduate School’s English language proficiency page for more information.

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    12 months OPT (US), 24 months STEM OPT (US)

    $19,600.00
    Annual living cost

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    Prerequisites

    Specific coursework this program expects you to have completed: calculus, linear algebra, programming, statistics, and subject-specific prerequisites where applicable.

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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does Food Science MS at University of Minnesota-Twin Cities cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Food Science MS at University of Minnesota-Twin Cities is $57,232 across 30 required credits.
    Is Food Science MS at University of Minnesota-Twin Cities online or in-person?
    Food Science MS at University of Minnesota-Twin Cities is offered in-person.
    How long does Food Science MS at University of Minnesota-Twin Cities take to complete?
    Food Science MS at University of Minnesota-Twin Cities is structured around 30 months and 30 credits.
    Is Food Science MS at University of Minnesota-Twin Cities STEM-OPT eligible?
    Yes - Food Science MS at University of Minnesota-Twin Cities is STEM-OPT designated, allowing international graduates to extend their post-completion OPT for up to 36 months total.
    How competitive is Food Science MS at University of Minnesota-Twin Cities?
    Food Science MS at University of Minnesota-Twin Cities reports an acceptance rate of approximately 23.74%.