Graduate Students

The Department of Viticulture and Enology offers a Master of Science degree in Viticulture and Enology. 

• Deadline for Spring 2023:  August 1 to October 31, 2022
• Deadline to apply for Fall 2023:  October 1, 2022 - June 1, 2023

Where to apply:  Application to the graduate program is online through  Cal State Apply:  Use the drop down menu to select "Viticulture and Enology" major and the "M.S." degree.

About our Program:  The M.S. in Viticulture and Enology is a 30-unit program designed to provide advanced studies and in-depth knowledge in the fundamentals of plant physiology, microbiology, and grape and wine chemistry, as well as technical writing and formal presentation of research reports.

Full-time graduate students may earn the degree within two years when working closely with an adviser.  To accommodate part-time students, graduate courses are offered in the late afternoon or evenings.

Admission Materials:  To be considered for admission to the graduate program, the candidate must submit the following materials:  

1. Evidence of a baccalaureate degree in agricultural chemistry, enology, food science,nutrition, plant science, viticulture, or a related area from an accredited institution;
2. Official transcripts of all college work; 
3. Official scores from the Graduate Record Exam (GRE);
4. A university application;
5. Three letters of reference from employers or faculty at the university most recently attended (send to Dr. Luca Brillante via email at lucabrillante@csufresno.edu);
6. A statement of 500 words or less indicating reason for pursuing a master's degree. (send to Dr. Luca Brillante via email)
7. In addition to the three letters of reference and statement, we request that applicants also include a resume by email to Dr. Luca Brillante.

For additional admission requirements, materials, and details click here.

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