Bachelor of Fermentation Sciences at Appalachian State University

The Fermentation Sciences at Appalachian State University is a Bachelor program designed for students who want to build the knowledge and skills required for careers in this field. Delivered on campus across its Main Site and Boone campuses in United States of America, the program is taught in English and takes 4 years to complete. Students study in a Full Time environment while preparing for future professional opportunities. The next intake starts on August 21, 2027.

About Bachelor of Fermentation Sciences

North Carolina has more than 100 wineries, over 200 craft breweries and now dozens of craft distilleries. The Bachelor of Science in Fermentation Sciences degree program, a distinctive feature of Appalachian State University since 2012, is building an educated, innovative workforce for diverse career fields in fermentation related industries. An interdisciplinary degree in the A.R. Smith Department of Chemistry and Fermentation Sciences, this program provides students with a strong background in chemistry and biology with a food and beverage-based focus in biotechnology, sustainability and business.

Faculty members have developed industry collaborations with local vineyards, wineries, breweries, distilleries and biotechnology businesses to provide students with practical experience. Students leave Appalachian prepared to lead the workforce in fermentation sciences and are qualified to develop or manage businesses.

Disciplines

RecreationPhysical Sciences Tourism and Sport

Requirements and Admission Criteria for Bachelor of Fermentation Sciences at Appalachian State University

Entry Requirements

A complete online application
A non-refundable application fee of $65 (USD)
Official high school/secondary school transcript
Official test scores (TOEFL, IELTS, Duolingo, SAT* or ACT**)
- If school is in an English-speaking country, we must have SAT or ACT whereas schools in non-English-speaking countries do not need the SAT / ACT
- Applicants who do/did not attend school in an English-speaking country must provide a TOEFL, IELTS, Duolingo English Test, SAT or ACT score
- Applicants who attend(ed) school in an English-speaking country must submit an SAT or ACT score

Official college transcripts
Additional information if requested, upon submission of your application, by the Office of Admissions (This may include submitting a Criminal Background Check and Conduct Review as required by the UNC System.)
All applicants claiming to be a resident of North Carolina must request a residency determination through the Residency Determination Service (RDS)

*SAT evidence-based reading and writing and math, without the writing.

**ACT composite, without writing.

English Requirements

IELTSMin 6
TOEFLMin 78

Career Opportunities after Completing Bachelor of Fermentation Sciences

Brewing Production
Wine Production
Distillation Technologies
Food and Beverage Processing
Applied Biotechnology
Bio-manufacturing / Bio-pharmaceuticals
Process Engineering
Environmental Remediation
Waste and Water Treatment
Agriculture Value Addition
Development of Sustainable Energy and Resources
Applied Chemistry / Analytical Chemistry
Applied Microbiology and Systems Biology
Business Development and Entrepreneurship
Federal employment with the USDA, FDA, CDC, NREL
Graduate studies and research and development in these areas

Tuition and Fee Information for Bachelor of Fermentation Sciences at Appalachian State University

Application Fee 65

How to Apply for Bachelor of Fermentation Sciences at Appalachian State University

Complete an application (apply using the Common Application)
Provide your official high school transcript(s)
Provide your official or unofficial college transcript(s) for any completed college coursework*
Submit $65 application fee (or approved fee waiver)
Submit official or self-reported SAT (school code: 5010) or ACT (school code: 3062) scores (or apply with a test waiver)
Complete your FAFSA (application opens Oct. 1; school code: 002906)

Bachelor of Fermentation Sciences at Appalachian State University

Appalachian State University

United States of America, Boone