PhD Food Science and Technology at University of Nebraska-Lincoln

Entry requirements

Graduate Studies requirements for all programmes: online application, unofficial transcripts (all college-level records for international applicants), and verification of English proficiency if the applicant's native language is not English. Programme-specific: Resume or curriculum vitae: Include prior educational, research, teaching, internship/work, and volunteer experiences. Applicants are also encouraged to include information about awards, publications, and presentations, and highlight any extra-curricular and/or leadership activities. Personal Statement: In two pages or less, describe 1) your motifation for pursuing a graduate degree in Food Science; 2) your relevant experiences (research, teaching, internships/work, volunteering) that have prepared you for graduate school; and 3) what you want to gain during graduate school. Where appropriate, include examples of your ability to overcome obstacles, your initiative, and your communication skills. Although you do not need to identify an advisor to apply, indicate if there are specific faculty members you are interested in working with and why. Other Upload: FDST-PHD Professional Development Supplemental Form Three recommendation letters Publications, Certifications, etc. (optional): On the application's Additional Information page, you may upload or provide a URL for abstracts, publications, documentation of special recognitions or certifications, etc. Do not duplicate information/documents uploaded elsewhere in the application. Funding/Assistantship: Doctoral applicants must indicate and obtain funding other than personal/self-funded. Deadlines: Apply by December 1 for Fall admission or by August 15 for Spring admission.