Food Science and Nutrition (Ph.D.) at Illinois Institute of Technology
The Food Science and Nutrition (Ph.D.) is a PhD degree offered by Illinois Institute of Technology at its main campus in Chicago, United States of America. The program is delivered on campus as a Full Time course in English and requires approximately 5 years to complete. Students study at the university's main campus while gaining the knowledge and practical experience expected for this area of study. The next intake is available from August 22, 2027.
About Food Science and Nutrition (Ph.D.)
The Doctor of Philosophy in Food Science and Nutrition is awarded in recognition of mastery in food science and nutrition, and upon demonstration of an ability to make substantial creative contributions to the advancement in knowledge in food safety, food science, or nutrition. A unique collaborative research program between Illinois Tech and the United States Food and Drug Administration—located on Illinois Tech's Moffett Campus—provides our Ph.D. students with the opportunity for focused research interaction with FDA scientists as they pursue their degree. The recipients of the doctoral degree will be capable of continuing independent efforts toward the advancement of scientific knowledge in food-related and pharmaceutical business, academia, and government agencies.
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Requirements and Admission Criteria for Food Science and Nutrition (Ph.D.) at Illinois Institute of Technology
Entry Requirements
An applicant must hold a master of science degree in microbiology; chemistry; biology; food science; nutrition; chemical, agricultural, food, or environmental engineering; or a related field. The applicant should meet all entrance requirements of the university's Graduate College, plus minimum cumulative undergraduate and graduate GPAs of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale; a GRE score of at least 304 (combined quantitative and verbal); and a TOEFL score of at least 80/515 (internet/paper-based) for international applicants. Please note that meeting the minimum GPA and test score requirements does not guarantee admission to the program.
English Requirements
- PTEMin 48
- IELTSMin 6
- TOEFLMin 71
English Program Requirements
International students who fit into any of the following categories will be considered to have met the requirement:
- Residents of a country where English is the only official language and who is a native English speaker
- Graduates of U.S. high schools
- Completed the equivalent of Iowa State’s English 150 or 250 with a grade of B or better at an accredited U.S. 2 year or 4 year college or university.
CONDITIONAL ADMISSION
If you meet all admission requirements but do not meet our English proficiency requirements, Iowa State offers conditional admission to attend our Intensive English and Orientation Program (IEOP). If you would like to enroll in IEOP, on the application choose "I would like to enroll in Iowa State’s IEOP program before I begin the academic study.”
Career Opportunities after Completing Food Science and Nutrition (Ph.D.)
Graduates will be be able to direct and conduct research in food safety, food science, and nutrition in sectors such as:
- Food-related businesses
- Pharmaceutical businesses
- Academia
- Government agencies
Tuition and Fee Information for Food Science and Nutrition (Ph.D.) at Illinois Institute of Technology
United States of America, Chicago