Food Science Technology at Ohio State University-Main Campus
If you plan to study Food Science Technology, consider the program at Ohio State University-Main Campus. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Ohio State University-Main Campus is located in Columbus, OH.
During the most recent reporting year, 48 food science technology degrees were granted at Ohio State University-Main Campus.
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Online Class Availability at Ohio State University-Main Campus
Distance learning is available at Ohio State University-Main Campus. Among 61,443 students, 3,975 (6%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 34,956 (57%) took at least some classes online.
Food Science Technology Rankings at Ohio State University-Main Campus
Rankings can help you compare Ohio State University-Main Campus’s Food Science Technology program to other colleges that offer this major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Ohio | #1 of 1 |
| Best Value | Ohio | #1 of 1 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Great Lakes (Region) | #4 of 8 |
| Best Value | Great Lakes (Region) | #6 of 8 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #13 of 49 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #30 of 49 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Ohio | #1 of 1 |
| Best Value | Ohio | #1 of 1 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Great Lakes (Region) | #4 of 8 |
| Best Value | Great Lakes (Region) | #6 of 8 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #13 of 49 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #30 of 49 |
Earnings for Food Science Technology Graduates from Ohio State University-Main Campus
Those who finish Ohio State University-Main Campus’s Food Science Technology program earn the following amounts (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $48,777 |
| 2 years | $51,106 |
| 3 years | $54,408 |
| 4 years | $61,283 |
| 5 years | $70,674 |
How does this compare to the school overall? Four years out, Food Science Technology graduates from Ohio State University-Main Campus earn a median of $61,283, compared with $70,261 for all Ohio State University-Main Campus graduates — about 13% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for Food Science Technology graduates from Ohio State University-Main Campus stands at $20,534.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Below you’ll find the composition of Food Science Technology graduates at Ohio State University-Main Campus, broken down by degree level.
Across all degree levels, Food Science Technology graduates at Ohio State University-Main Campus are 65% women (31) and 35% men (17).
Food Science Technology Bachelor’s Program at Ohio State University-Main Campus
Among the 21 bachelor’s food science technology graduates at Ohio State University-Main Campus, 52% were women (11) and 48% were men (10).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Food Science Technology bachelor’s degree recipients at Ohio State University-Main Campus.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 16 |
| Black / African American | 2 |
| Asian | 1 |
| Two or More Races | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 1 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 19% of Food Science Technology bachelor’s degree recipients at Ohio State University-Main Campus, below the national average of 30%.*
Food Science Technology Master’s Program at Ohio State University-Main Campus
Among the 11 master’s food science technology graduates at Ohio State University-Main Campus, 73% were women (8) and 27% were men (3).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Food Science Technology master’s degree recipients at Ohio State University-Main Campus.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 5 |
| International (Nonresident) | 5 |
| Unknown | 1 |
Food Science Technology Doctoral Program at Ohio State University-Main Campus
Of the 16 doctoral food science technology graduates at Ohio State University-Main Campus, 75% were women (12) and 25% were men (4).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Food Science Technology doctoral degree recipients at Ohio State University-Main Campus.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 6 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 1 |
| Black / African American | 1 |
| Asian | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 7 |
Minority students account for 19% of Food Science Technology doctoral degree recipients at Ohio State University-Main Campus, above the national average of 12%.*
*The racial-ethnic minorities figure is the total number of graduates minus White, international (nonresident), and unknown-race graduates.
More Specific Food Science Technology Concentrations at Ohio State University-Main Campus
This Food Science Technology program at Ohio State University-Main Campus offers more specialized concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Food Science | 48 |
Highest-Paying Careers for Food Science Technology Graduates
Those who complete Food Science Technology program at Ohio State University-Main Campus go on to a range of careers. Here are the highest-paying careers for Food Science Technology graduates, ordered by median annual salary:
| Occupation | Nationwide Median Wage |
|---|---|
| Food Science Technicians | $100,898 |
| Farmers, Ranchers, and Other Agricultural Managers | $84,680 |
| Agricultural Sciences Teachers, Postsecondary | $66,903 |
| Soil and Plant Scientists | $59,587 |
| Food Scientists and Technologists | $55,930 |
| First-Line Supervisors of Farming, Fishing, and Forestry Workers | $36,803 |
References
- IPEDS — Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System
- U.S. Department of Education — College Scorecard
- O*NET Online (Bureau of Labor Statistics)
- National Center for Education Statistics
More about our data sources and methodologies.