Food Science Degree

The food science program at University of Maryland Eastern Shore prepares students for careers in new product development, food business management, ingredient technology, food safety, food analysis, process development, technical consulting, and more. The program focuses on application of biological, chemical, and physical principals of converting raw agricultural products into processed forms suitable for direct human consumption. Program courses include: human physiology and nutrition, food chemistry, agricultural products processing, food additives, food preparation and packaging, and human health and safety. Get more details below including other Maryland colleges that offer food science degrees.

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University of Maryland Eastern Shore (UMES)

1300 Mount Royal Avenue, Baltimore, MD

UMES is a public historically black institution located in Princess Anne, MD. A majority of historically black colleges and universities (also known as HBCUs) were established after the civil war to provide newly freed African Americans with educational opportunities. As a land grant institution this school is among larger public institutions in the state of Maryland. UMES has a yearly student enrollment of approximately four thousand.

A list of some of the more popular programs offered are:

• Security And Protective Services
• Health And Clinical Professions
• Social Sciences
• English Language And Literature

The admissions process starts with the submission of an application, student records, and standardized test scores, which are then reviewed by the admissions committee. A SAT or ACT exam is required prior to applying, with scores within the range of 1160 to 1410 on the SAT and in a range of 16 to 19 for the ACT exam is typical among students admitted to this school. University of Maryland Eastern Shore admits approximately 50% of applicants. Of those admitted, around 36% registered for enrollment. More information regarding admissions can be found here.

Tuition & fees at University of Maryland Eastern Shore vary for in-state and nonresidents. In-state tuition costs around $7,100 per year and out-of-state tuition costing $16,000 per year. On-campus housing is available for students, which costs around $4,600 each year. Some students at UMES may be eligible for financial aid, which is typically offered as grants or student loans.

Athletic programs are available at University of Maryland Eastern Shore through the NCAA, allowing students to participate in intercollegiate sports. Athletic programs that are available include:

• Baseball (NCAA Division I-AAA)
• Basketball (NCAA Division I-AAA)
• Track & Field (NCAA Division I-AAA)
• Golf (NCAA Division I-AAA)

Students can visit the University of Maryland Eastern Shore website to see a complete list of programs offered, student services, and more that is available at this school.

Students Enrolled in the Food Science Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. University of Maryland Eastern Shore has offered the following degree levels for students:

• Master's Degree
• Doctorate Degree

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Source: IPEDS Survey 2012-2020: Data obtained from the US Dept. of Education's Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS). Data may vary depending on school and academic year.

Career Options for Graduates

Food Scientists and Technologists

Description

Use chemistry, microbiology, engineering, and other sciences to study the principles underlying the processing and deterioration of foods; analyze food content to determine levels of vitamins, fat, sugar, and protein; discover new food sources; research ways to make processed foods safe, palatable, and healthful; and apply food science knowledge to determine best ways to process, package, preserve, store, and distribute food.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, food scientists and technologists employment is expected to grow at a rate of 3.5% from 2014 to 2024

Salary & Wages

• Baltimore-Columbia-Towson, MD
  • Total Employment: 70
  • Average Hourly Rate: $35.22
  • Average Annual Salary: $73260

Agricultural Sciences Teachers, Postsecondary

Description

Teach courses in the agricultural sciences. Includes teachers of agronomy, dairy sciences, fisheries management, horticultural sciences, poultry sciences, range management, and agricultural soil conservation. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research.

Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).