Nutritional Sciences & Wellness

College is a big investment, but a University of Arizona education may be more affordable than you think. No matter your background or family’s financial situation, you have options to make it manageable.

At Arizona, 9 out of 10 students receive financial aid. That means most students pay less than the estimates shown here. By maximizing your financial aid – scholarships, grants, loans, or work-study – you can lower your costs while earning a degree that will pay you back for a lifetime.

Estimated cost of tuition for first-year and transfer students:

• Arizona residents: $13,900/yr
• Non-Arizona residents: $42,300/yr

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Application requirements vary based on your status as a first-time, transfer, international, online or returning student.

• Students who haven't completed 12+ transferable post-high school college credits are considered a first-time college student, and must meet Arizona's core competency requirements to be eligible to apply.
• You are considered a transfer student if you have completed 12+ transferable post-high school college credits.
  • If you are under the age of 22 at the start of your desired term, you will need to meet the core competency requirements and have a minimum 2.0 cumulative college/university GPA.
  • If you are 22 or older at the start of your desired term, you will need a minimum 2.0 cumulative college/university GPA.
• SAT/ACT scores are not required for general admission.
• You have the option to submit a resume and 500-word personal statement during your application.

Get our degree guide to find out more details about the application process and deadlines.

A degree in Nutritional Sciences & Wellness prepares you for careers and graduate programs in healthcare and food science. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, the median pay for nutritionists 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:

• Health Care: Health care offers a diverse range of career opportunities, from direct patient care to administrative and research roles, all dedicated to improving and maintaining public health.
• Public Policy/Health: Develop policies on nutrition that promote health and wellness at the federal, state and local levels.
• Education & Research: Engage in advancing nutritional knowledge and public health through teaching, conducting studies, and developing innovative nutrition programs.
• Food Science: Explore careers focused on improving food quality, safety, and production, working in areas such as product development, quality control, and food safety regulation.