Food Science Technology at University of Georgia
If you are interested in studying Food Science Technology, consider the program at University of Georgia. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
University of Georgia sits in Athens, GA.
In the most recent year for which we have data, 35 food science technology degrees were granted at University of Georgia.
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Online Class Availability at University of Georgia
Many students take online classes at University of Georgia. Of 43,146 students, 1,664 (4%) studied exclusively online and 8,365 (19%) took at least some classes online.
Food Science Technology Rankings at University of Georgia
Use these rankings to compare University of Georgia’s Food Science Technology program against peer institutions.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Georgia | #1 of 1 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #1 of 13 |
| Best Value | Georgia | #1 of 1 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #3 of 13 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #10 of 49 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #14 of 49 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Georgia | #1 of 1 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #1 of 13 |
| Best Value | Georgia | #1 of 1 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #3 of 13 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #10 of 49 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #14 of 49 |
Earnings for Food Science Technology Graduates from University of Georgia
Those who finish University of Georgia’s Food Science Technology program earn the following amounts (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 2 years | $42,682 |
| 4 years | $67,514 |
| 5 years | $79,355 |
Is this above or below average for the school? Four years out, Food Science Technology graduates from University of Georgia earn a median of $67,514, compared with $65,444 for all University of Georgia graduates — about 3% higher than the school-wide median.
Student Demographics & Diversity
The following sections describe the student demographics for Food Science Technology graduates at University of Georgia, broken down by degree level.
Across all degree levels, Food Science Technology graduates at University of Georgia are 80% women (28) and 20% men (7).
Food Science Technology Bachelor’s Program at University of Georgia
Of the 3 bachelor’s food science technology degrees awarded at University of Georgia, 100% were women (3) and 0% were men (0).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Food Science Technology bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Georgia.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 2 |
| International (Nonresident) | 1 |
Food Science Technology Master’s Program at University of Georgia
Of the 27 master’s food science technology degrees awarded at University of Georgia, 74% were women (20) and 26% were men (7).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Food Science Technology master’s degree recipients at University of Georgia.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 9 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 4 |
| Black / African American | 1 |
| Asian | 3 |
| International (Nonresident) | 9 |
| Unknown | 1 |
Minority students account for 30% of Food Science Technology master’s degree recipients at University of Georgia, above the national average of 21%.*
Food Science Technology Doctoral Program at University of Georgia
Of the 5 doctoral food science technology degrees awarded at University of Georgia, 100% were women (5) and 0% were men (0).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Food Science Technology doctoral degree recipients at University of Georgia.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 4 |
*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 University of Georgia
This Food Science Technology program at University of Georgia includes the following sub-specializations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Food Science | 23 |
| Food Technology & Processing | 12 |
Highest-Paying Careers for Food Science Technology Graduates
Those who complete Food Science Technology program at University of Georgia pursue many career paths. 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.