Food Science and Technology

Bachelor's degree · North Carolina State University at Raleigh · Raleigh, NC

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$50,631Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$72,782Median earnings 4 years after
—Median earnings 5 years after
$18,921Median federal debt
17Graduates per year

How this program compares

Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Food Science and Technology at North Carolina State University at Raleigh earn a median of $50,631 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 $18,921, about 37% of first-year earnings – a manageable level by common guidelines.

Food Science and Technology (Bachelor's degree) at other North Carolina schools

CollegeEarnings (1 yr)Median debt
Appalachian State University
Boone
$38,743—

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Frequently asked questions

How much do Food Science and Technology graduates from North Carolina State University at Raleigh make?

The median salary is $50,631 one year after graduation.

How much student debt do graduates have?

Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $18,921.

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