Food Science and Technology

Bachelor's degree · Michigan State University · East Lansing, MI

CIP 01.10

$59,342Median earnings 1 year after graduating

$70,380Median earnings 4 years after

$70,225Median earnings 5 years after

$25,000Median federal debt

29Graduates per year

How this program compares

Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Food Science and Technology at Michigan State University earn a median of $59,342 one year after completing the program. Nationally, bachelor's degree graduates in this field earn a median of $70,873 four years after graduating (middle half: $54,113–$88,238). Median debt is $25,000, 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 Michigan State University make?

The median salary is $59,342 one year after graduation and $70,225 after five years.

How much student debt do graduates have?

Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $25,000.

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