<p>I am interested in hearing from current Food Science students at Cornell. What's the program like? Do you like it? Are the courses challenging? I've heard the program has a small, collaborative feel, true? How is Food Science as a pre-med major? Thanks....</p>
<p>Hey, I’m a current junior in Cornell Food Science. In short, the program is incredible. Our courses are very challenging, but at the same time they’re very fair and the topics are fascinating. The faculty are great and really want us to succeed…they are always willing to answer questions and help us find internship/job opportunities. </p>
<p>The food science department has a great community feel because it’s such a small department and all the professors know us by our first names. They also have several get-togethers such as the Halloween/Thanksgiving/Holiday Potlucks and the “Food Olympics” where students and faculty get together in an informal atmosphere. And since there are so many job opportunities and so few food science students, it makes finding a job relatively easy so students don’t have to compete like in other majors and they really work together as friends.</p>
<p>Food Science is a great option for pre-med students. There are only a couple of courses you need to take in addition to the food science curriculum (organic chemistry lab and a second semester of physics). Plus the vast majority of pre-med students are biology majors, so being a food science student will make you stand out as a candidate. Plus, one of the main reasons for people getting sick is…food poisoning…which of course is a topic we learn about in great detail in food science.</p>
<p>I hope that helps answer your questions! I recommend coming to the department to learn more!</p>
<p>This excites me.</p>
<p>Food science sounds so incredibly cool. I am so glad I applied to CALS. :)</p>
<p>I took some food science courses as electives and they were awesome :)</p>
<p>I applied to CALS with the intention of majoring in nutritional sciences. I’m so excited (if I get in that is haha). (=</p>
<p>Hey I have a quick question for anyone who would like to answer. </p>
<p>Im thinking about doing food science (from any university not just Cornell), and wanted to know if its possible to earn a BS in food science, but then work in an executive or managerial position in a food company. Working in a lab my entire life maybe something I might not want to do honestly.</p>
<p>Of course, provided you have the leadership potential. Make sure to get involved in ECs that will develop your leadership/management skillz.</p>
<p>since you’re in CALS you could also get a Business minor through AEM or something. they used to have a food industry management minor which is now going away, but you could look to see which courses used to comprise it and take some of those too.</p>
<p>Can food scientists make decent money? I’ve seen lots of different things.</p>
<p>Also, is it possible to get something like industrial engineering, and then a masters in food science?</p>
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<p>You’re certainly not going to starve.</p>
<p>Thanks, and sorry for hijacking.</p>
<p>Having a Major in food science and a MINOR in Business? The employers might not think of that highly at all. I have met many people who have adviced me to get a BS in food science, and then an MBA. I personally do not want to study for such a long time - furthermore if someone wants to do science and then an MBA, why not just do bachelors in business administration initially and thats it!</p>
<p>I know of a programe offered by some universities such as Michcigan State University which is “Food Business”
Everyone should check this out, as I would love to hear your views: </p>
<p>Food Science - Concentrations at MSU
“Food Business and Industry. This concentration is designed for students who are interested in working for food or food-related businesses, where a knowledge of both food science and of food business management, economics, and marketing is important. Students who complete this concentration may pursue careers in manufacturing management, technical sales, food product marketing, or similar areas or may pursue graduate study in business.”</p>
<p>I believe Uni of Illinois Urbana and Purdue also offer Food Business. </p>
<p>Furthermore, as far as all these hardcore food scientist go, such as the example in Krafts food below, there is only scope for these jobs in the developed world - not in the developing countries.</p>
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<p>Because then you wouldn’t be conversant on the same scientific level as the employees you manage?</p>
<p>Yayyyyyy! Going to be a CU food scientist! And possibly wine maker… we shall see. I’m so excited. :-)</p>
<p>Great thread by the way. I too am interested in the food science program at Cornell. If you don’t mind me asking, what scores on the SAT, school grades, hooks, ECs and others do I need to get a solid chance for the program? Is the admission to the program hard? I am a junior in Canada by the way :)</p>
<p>^ let’s just say that admission to any program in Cornell isn’t exactly easy. It’s CORNELL.</p>
<p>Yes well I know it is Cornell. What I meant was, what do I need in general to be accepted to the course? Any requirements. One example would be the sciences I need to take. Biology? Chem? Physics? Any other? Sorry for my badly phrased question. I did not mean to ask whether it was easy or not :S I know that it is REALLY difficult!</p>
<p>hi, would you mind chancing me? thanks a lot! <a href=“http://talk.collegeconfidential.com/cornell-university/1213056-chance-me-applying-food-science.html[/url]”>http://talk.collegeconfidential.com/cornell-university/1213056-chance-me-applying-food-science.html</a></p>
<p>I’m planning to apply for PhD for fall 2012…Please help me with the following queries:
- No doubt that Cornell is among the top 10 Unis, but where does it exactly stand in case of food science? Is the course comparable to or better than Purdue Uni or Penn state Uni, which are said to offer very good food science program and research opportunities?</p>
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<li>I did my B.Eng in Food Engineering and Technology, but my grades fluctuated pretty much during undergrad, with a decent first class overall…And then I secured an MSc. in Food Science with very good grades (distinction) from Uni of Leeds, UK…
I gather that US Unis are very fussy about the undergrad scores; that they look for consistency, so I’m a little worried. Tell me frankly, that with this background, what are the prospects of getting in Cornell for PhD?</li>
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