Applied Biosciences Program

M.S. in Applied Biosciences

Step into a new leadership role with the confidence and skills you need.

The M.S. in Applied Biosciences is a specialized 30-credit hour graduate degree that fuses advanced scientific knowledge in the animal health and food safety and security sectors with professional skills for those who aspire to managerial and supervisory roles in their laboratory, unit or business.

Tracks

Animal Health Track

Combine advanced knowledge about animal diseases and the interconnections between animals, humans and the environment with professional skills that will prepare you to lead and manage in the private, public and nonprofit sectors.

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Food Safety and Food Security Track

Gain advanced knowledge and skills in food science, food safety, horticulture, nutrition and consumer science. When paired with professional skills courses, you'll be prepared to lead in commercial, governmental and nonprofit organizations.

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Industry Analytics Track

Featuring data analytics and sensory and consumer research courses, students gain the ability to understand and leverage data to lead a company to success. Coming Fall 2025.

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$462.96 per credit hour*

30 credit hours

100% online

*This estimate is for illustrative purposes only. This number is for in-person courses at the K-State Olathe campus and does not include any course, department or college fees; online fees; and also my vary depending on your transfer hours, course choices and your academic progress.

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If you're ready to become a student at K-State Olathe, complete the application documents in the link below. We're here if you have questions.

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Careers

This degree opens doors for managerial and supervisory roles in laboratories, research units, business and also governmental and nonprofit organizations. Positions include as lab manager or director of quality assurance and mid- to senior-level scientific or technical positions, such as project manager.

Fields graduate work in include:

Admissions Guide

Margaret Kincaid, Ph.D.
Program Director

Steven Brockschmidt
Student Success Coach
913-307-7321
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Student Testimonial

Rochelle B.

"Just prior to joining the program, I was promoted to a manager in my department. At the time, I lacked the skills to successfully manage people of all types of personalities and backgrounds, and how to handle crucial conversations. The program taught me how to be a more effective manager in these areas."

— Rochelle B.

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