Food Science and Technology

Undergraduate certificate · University of Kentucky · Lexington, KY

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$49,123Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$69,286Median earnings 4 years after
—Median earnings 5 years after
$20,481Median federal debt
64Graduates per year

How this program compares

Graduates of the undergraduate certificate program in Food Science and Technology at University of Kentucky earn a median of $49,123 one year after completing the program. Nationally, undergraduate certificate graduates in this field earn a median of $52,207 four years after graduating (middle half: $40,795–$76,002). Median debt is $20,481, about 42% of first-year earnings – a manageable level by common guidelines.

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Frequently asked questions

How much do Food Science and Technology graduates from University of Kentucky make?

The median salary is $49,123 one year after graduation.

How much student debt do graduates have?

Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $20,481.

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.