Career Fields
Product Development
Food Manufacturing
Quality Assurance
Food Engineering
Sensory Science
Food Chemistry
Food Safety & Microbiology
Regulatory Compliance
Our Degree Options
Undergraduate Programs
Food Science is the scientific discipline supporting the food and beverage industry. Food Science is a multidisciplinary field that applies biology, chemistry, microbiology, physics, engineering, nutrition, and other sciences to improve the safety and quality of food products; develop new food products; and design new, safer, and more energy efficient food preservation methods.
Graduate Programs
Graduates are employed in the food industry in research and development, food process development, food safety, quality assurance, analytical sciences and managerial positions. Many MS graduates continue on for a PhD in preparation for a career in academia. We have in-person and online option for pursuing a MS and an in-person option for pursuing a PhD.
Alumni’s Career Choices
I am glad that I majored in food science because I have been able to help ensure that my company produces safe items that everyone will feel confident to eat.”
– Megan Leifson, Lucks Food Decorating Company, Tacoma, Washington
I have often realized that I made a great career choice! The collaboration of technical, marketing, and sales people provide a very intriguing work environment.”
– Patrick Lathrop, Group Leader Research & Development, Bunge Foods; Seattle, WA
“Choosing a career in food science was easy for me; I love my job and enjoy seeing the results of my efforts in the retail market.”
– Craig H. Doan, Food Technologist, Heinz Frozen Food Company, Ore-Ida; Ontario, OR
Student Resources
Student Clubs
Find out more about the Food Science student clubs. Some of these clubs participate in national contests.
Internships & Jobs
Apply to a variety of internships and job opportunities to help further your professional development in the Food Science field!