Bachelor of Science - Dietetics and Food Administration - Food Science

The Food Science option at California State University, Long Beach has a 90% employment rate. Food science draws upon many disciplines, such as nutrition, chemistry, microbiology, math, marketing, and law. California State University, Long Beach's Family and Consumer Sciences department offers a food chemistry and analysis lab to provide students with hands-on laboratory experience.

Additionally, the Food Science program provides several opportunities to study abroad on a short-term OR semester basis. Moreover, students can gain real-life industry experiences while enrolled in the program through the Food Science Internship (FSCI 492F) course.  A minor in food science is also available to students in related fields such as dietetics, chemistry, and microbiology. A Graduate Program is also available to expand on the education and research in food science.