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Brewing Science & Operations: FAQs

Yes! A completed application packet must be submitted to the Auburn University Graduate School spring semester each year. The formal application process begins in February.

A completed application packet must be submitted to the Auburn University Graduate School and includes online submission of the application form and payment of application fees via www.grad.auburn.edu.

Yes! This application must be supported by a letter of intent, complete resume, your official four-year undergraduate transcript(s), and three letters of recommendation (a mix of academic and/or professional will suffice).

Submit your application and official university undergraduate transcript(s) online with the Auburn University Graduate School and email all other support materials (letter of application, resume, and references) directly to Clark A. Danderson.

No! These tests are not required for entry to the Graduate Certificate or Master of Science Programs.

The formal application process opens in February each year and applications will be reviewed in the order they are received until all places have been filled.

No! Both programs operate a cohort system where all classes are offered in sequence August to August each year.

Classes are offered such that students may complete the Graduate Certificate Program in one year and the Master of Science Program in two years. That said, circumstances may dictate that you complete a little later.

The total cost of the Graduate Certificate Program is $18,000. The total cost of the Master of Science Program is $30,300.

While Auburn does not offer any financial aid for the Graduate Certificate Program, the Master of Science Program does qualify for Federal loans.



 

For additional information please address all inquiries to:

Clark A. Danderson, PhD
Assistant Professor/Director of Brewing Science and Operations
Horst Schulze School of Hospitality Management
332A Spidle Hall
Auburn University
Auburn, Al 36849
E: cad0057@auburn.edu