Idaho · Food Science and Technology

Best Food Science and Technology institutions in Idaho, ranked by earnings

The Food Science and Technology program focuses on the study of food and its chemical properties, blending elements of agricultural science and nutritional science. This program is ideal for students interested in the scientific aspects of…

Institutions
3
offering CIP 01.10
States offered
9
with a program page
Degrees / yr
22
IPEDS completions 2026
Median grad earnings
1 year after graduation
With earnings data
0
College Scorecard
Median net price
$6,760
IPEDS 2026
Avg graduation rate
48%
IPEDS 2026
State pay · Food Science Technicians
$44,500
BLS OEWS 2024

3 institutions offering Food Science and Technology in Idaho

Graduate earnings are not yet reported for these institutions; ordered by completions.

#InstitutionGrad earnings (1 yr)CompletionsGrad rateNet priceMedian debt
1Brigham Young University - Idaho
Rexburg Private not-for-profit
1755%$6,760
2University of Idaho
Moscow Public
457%
3College of Southern Idaho
Twin Falls Public
133%

Career outlook

What this program leads to: Food Science Technicians (SOC 19-4013).

Projected growth (2024–2034)
+6.5%
Faster than average
Openings / yr (US)
~1,200
BLS Employment Projections
US median wage
$85,310
typically Bachelor's degree

Top skills

Active LearningReading ComprehensionCritical ThinkingSpeakingScienceActive Listening

What Food Science Technicians earn in Idaho

Jobs in Idaho
320
BLS OEWS May 2024
State average pay
$44,500
median $45,230
Best-paying metro
$48,770
Boise City, ID

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$44,500 avg · 320 jobs
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$69,210 avg · 110 jobs

Common questions

Answers for students comparing Food Science and Technology programs in Idaho.

How much do Food Science Technicians earn in Idaho?+

The average annual wage for Food Science Technicians in Idaho is $44,500 (median $45,230), across about 320 jobs. Source: BLS OEWS, May 2024.

What is the focus of the Food Science and Technology program?+

The Food Science and Technology program focuses on the study of food and its chemical properties, blending elements of agricultural science and nutritional science. This program is ideal for students interested in the scientific aspects of…

What skills will I develop in this program?+

You will develop active learning, reading comprehension, critical thinking, speaking, and related professional skills.

What is the job outlook for Food Science Technicians?+

The national job outlook is about +6.5% growth with around 1,200 annual openings (BLS Employment Projections 2024–2034).

What is the typical education requirement?+

A Bachelor's degree is the typical entry-level education for this field (BLS).

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