Master of Science in Food Safety - Dale Bumpers College of Agricultural Sciences

Academic Overview & Description

Interdisciplinary science degree examining foodborne pathogen microbiology, HACCP food defense plans, FDA/USDA regulatory compliance, and industrial sanitation chemistry.

Funding & Financial Support

Funding Award

Food Safety Leadership Grant: $3,000 award for food industry professionals

Tuition Rate

$9,800/year

Application Fee

$60

Admission & Candidate Requirements

Academic GPA

3.0+ GPA in agricultural sciences, biology, food science, or chemistry

English Language

IELTS 6.5 or TOEFL 79

Standardized Exam

Not required

Application Materials

Transcripts, professional goal statement

Letters of Recommendation

Two academic or employer recommendations

Institutional Guidance

For official application submission procedures, portal logins, and faculty matching, consult University of Arkansas Global Campus's detailed profile or visit the department application portal.

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