Fermentation Science

Purdue University

United States of America, West Lafayette

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Purdue University

United States of America , West Lafayette

Key Facts

Program Level

Bachelor

Study Type

Full Time

Delivery

On Campus

Campuses

Main Site

Program Language

English

Start & Deadlines

Next Intake Deadlines21-Aug-2023

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Go to the official application for the university

Duration 4 year(s)

Tuition Fee

USD 45,954 / year

Next Intake 21-Aug-2023

Fermentation Science

About

Fermentation Science harnesses microbes and their unique biochemistry to sustainably solve challenges.

An interdisciplinary field by nature, Fermentation Science lies at the intersection of microbiology, chemistry and engineering. The goal of fermentation science is to discover and implement ways to design and use microbes to add value across diverse industries - from foods to biofuels to pharmaceuticals.

Students enrolled in the program will master the concepts of diverse fermentations and develop hands-on skills, including designing and engineering microbes, operating fermentation reactors, and harvesting bioproducts. These skills will position graduates for employment in broad industries or to launch their own entrepreneurial opportunities in fermentation.

Because similar concepts apply across different fermentations, Purdue Fermentation Science students will be trained to design and operate across diverse industries. Graduates will be prepared for industrial positions in biotechnology, fermentation, research, development, marketing; or to pursue graduate studies in biotechnology, bioengineering, and related fields.

Disciplines

College of Agriculture

Requirements

Entry Requirements

For most first-time college students (future freshman) a complete application includes:

The application itself
Purdue-specific questions from the application
Self-reported high school grades
Self-reported ACT or SAT test scores*
Proof of English proficiency (for citizens of non-English speaking countries)
The application fee (or qualified fee waiver)

Students apply to Purdue using the Common Application. This application requires you to provide a personal essay and answer Purdue-specific questions. View current essay questions.

We accept SAT or ACT scores and have no preference on which test is taken. You may report the best scores from across different tests. If able, you should take one or the other in the spring of your junior year in preparation for the November 1 Early Action deadline that encompasses scholarship consideration.

When you apply, you are able to report best components from different test dates. School codes for Purdue West Lafayette: ACT – 1230; SAT – 1631.

*For Spring, Summer, and Fall 2023, Purdue is test flexible. This means that if a student can take an SAT or ACT, we prefer they do so. However, we recognize that possible cancellations and postponement of national standardized tests due to pandemic restrictions may be impacting students’ applications. With that in mind, we will move forward and review any application from a student who is unable to take a standardized test.

Looking ahead: In 2024, Purdue will return to requiring the SAT or ACT test score(s) for admission consideration.