Nutrition Science BS

The four-year curriculum includes the foundational sciences of chemistry, biochemistry, and biology as well as nutrition courses in human health and disease. The program provides flexibility in the final year to specialize in exercise science, sport nutrition, or public health. Students will be exposed to the interdisciplinary nature of the field of nutrition science. Students will gain the knowledge and skills necessary to understand the complex interactions between nutrition and human health and to promote health and wellness through optimal nutrition. Upon completion of the degree, students will have met the requirements to apply to a Future Education Model Graduate Program (FG) accredited by the Accreditation Council in Nutrition and Dietetics (ACEND) and continue on to become a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN). They will also have the prerequisites for advanced study in a variety of health and health-related professions.