Bachelor of Science - Nutritional Science - Dietetics (BS)

Study how food and nutrition influence health and the human experience. This science examines the chemistry and biology of nutrients from the molecular to the systematic level and investigates complex interactions between diet and health to develop strategies aimed at improving health and reducing disease risk.

Students can choose from four major options to fit their career goals: human nutrition/pre-medical sciences, allied health, dietetics or public health nutrition. Students will be immersed in a relevant, research-based educational experience that provides an exceptional pathway to becoming a successful healthcare professional. Graduates frequently pursue additional training in medicine, biological sciences and dietetics. Others are admitted to professional healthcare programs to become physician assistants or physical therapists. Dietitians are food and nutrition experts who apply up-to-date scientific research, culinary and counseling skills and management principles to practice nutrition counseling, community education and medical nutrition therapy. Dietetics students develop the knowledge and skills to manage health outcomes through improved nutrition and translate nutrition science into guidelines to promote healthy living.