Overview of Program

The Food Science Graduate Program at Purdue University is an interdepartmental program, including all 20 of the faculty in the Department of Food Science and 11 select faculty in the following departments: Agricultural & Biological Engineering, Animal Sciences, Foods & Nutrition. Over the past two years, we have averaged 60 graduate students in the program, equally divided between M.S. and Ph.D. students, and approximately equally divided between U.S. and international students. All graduate students are supported on assistantships (or fellowships).

Also, we have worked to increase the quality and diversity of our students. We have worked over the past few years to improve the quality of students’ education and training, through new courses and special programs. Also, we have outstanding facilities, award-winning faculty, and very helpful and capable staff. We have created a very positive atmosphere for your graduate studies. There are many opportunities for networking with companies, government agencies, and other university colleagues. We expect a lot from the students accepted into our program, not the least of which is taking pride in the Department and taking on leadership opportunities when provided.

Here are some links you’ll find helpful to learn more about our graduate program:

• Research Interests of Faculty in Interdisciplinary Food Science Graduate Program
• Signature Areas
• Food Chemistry, Structure, and Function
• Food Safety and Microbiology
• Food Processing and Technology Development
• Foods for Health
• Award-Winning Faculty
• Research - Overview and Centers
• Facilities - Building Map
• Specialized Laboratories and Equipment in Department
• Other Specialized Laboratories and Equipment Available at Purdue

• Orientation for New Graduate Students
• Requirements of Graduate Program
• Graduate Handbook
• Coursework Requirements
• Food Science and Related Graduate Courses by Areas of Specialization
• Descriptions of Food Science and Related Graduate-Level
• Basic Food Science Course Series and Case Study Course
• Special Requirements for Ph.D. Students

• Special Programs for Graduate Students
• Food Science Graduate Student Association (FSGSA)
• PepsiCo China Trip
• Food Defense Simulation
• General Mills Leadership and Professional Development Seminar Series
• Mini-MBA Program
• Endowments to Support Graduate Program
• Award for Teaching Assistants
• About Our Graduate Students
• Leadership in National Organizations
• Homeland Security Scholar
• Captain in National Guard
• Employment Upon Graduation