Launch a nutrition-focused career in clinical, community and commercial settings.
The B.S. in Nutrition & Dietetics empowers you to make a difference in the lives of individuals and communities as you optimize food science for ultimate wellbeing. Our program equips you with the knowledge and skills to excel in dietetics, food product development, disease prevention, sports nutrition, and more. You can advance toward your goal of becoming a registered dietician or nutritionist through this accredited program, or pursue a different nutrition-focused career.
The College of Agriculture, Life & Environmental Sciences offers $1 million in scholarships to our students! Combine these options with university scholarships and support from privately funded scholarships and you're well on your way to achieving your educational goals at a price you can afford.
Students in the School of Nutritional Sciences & Wellness have exclusive access to over $80,000 in program-specific scholarships, awarded from 14 different scholarships -- in addition to $230,000 in scholarships that are available to all or most CALES students.
A degree in Nutritional & Dietetics prepares you for a career as a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist and nutrition counseling. It also serve as a springboard for graduate programs in dietetics. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, the median pay for nutrition and dietitians was $69,680 per year with a faster than average job growth overall (2023).
Although your career possibilities are limitless, here are some example career paths our students follow:
- Registered dietitian nutritionist (RDN): Apply evidence-based information about nutrition and diet to improve personal health and wellness. A master's degree is required to become certified as an RDN, and a bachelor's degree in nutrition will prepare you to excel in your graduate studies.
- Dietetic Technician Registered (DTR): Assist registered dietitians in planning and implementing nutrition programs, conducting dietary assessments, and providing nutritional education and counseling to individuals and communities.
- Sports Dietitian: Develop and implement nutrition plans tailored to enhance athletic performance and recovery for professional and amateur athletes.
- Nutrition Counseling: Provide personalized dietary advice and support to individuals seeking to improve their health, manage chronic conditions, or achieve specific wellness goals.
- Public Health Nutrition: Design and manage community-based nutrition programs aimed at improving public health and addressing issues such as malnutrition, obesity, and food insecurity.
- Nutrition Education: Teach and promote healthy eating habits and nutritional knowledge in schools, community centers, and various public and private organizations.
The B.S. in Nutrition & Dietetics gives you access to courses that prepare you for a lucrative career in applied nutrition, such as:
- Medical Nutrition Therapy
- Nutrition Education & Counseling
- Community Nutrition
- Food Service Organization & Management
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