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NDSU’s nutrition science program is designed for those eager to become food and nutrition experts, preparing you to inspire healthier communities. This flexible degree provides a strong foundation in nutrition while serving as a gateway to advanced health professions, including pathways like pre-physician assistant, athletic trainer, accelerated BSN or certified dietary manager. You can also become a registered dietitian nutritionist through the accelerated coordinated program in dietetics, which allows you to work toward your undergraduate and master’s degree in the span of five years. The program’s personalized approach sets you up for success, with dedicated faculty advisors guiding academic and career planning. From hospitals and sports organizations to public health and wellness centers, graduates thrive in diverse settings. Whether shaping future diets, managing food services or championing nutrition education, NDSU’s nutrition science program empowers you to make meaningful, lasting impacts.

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Post-Graduation Career Snapshot

Explore career possibilities within the first five years after graduation with a list of high-demand occupations. Discover how you can advance into more specialized or leadership roles through examples of potential career pathways.

High Demand Occupations

  • Dietitian
  • Health Educator
  • Health Coach
  • Nutritionist
  • Dietetic Technician

National Median Salary

$70,000
The median salary is based on national job listings for the above occupations that require five years experience or less.

Future Career Pathways

As you gain experience, you can advance into more specialized or leadership roles. Here are pathway occupations you might explore:
  • Diabetes Educator
  • Director of Nutrition Services
  • Public Health Manager
Data sourced from Lightcast, a leading provider of labor market analytics and workforce data. 2025.

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NDSU students are encouraged to collaborate with an advisor and develop a unique program of study that meets their specific interests.

Comprehensive Curriculum

The program provides a well-rounded education with coursework covering areas in health, food and nutrition with science-based curriculum and hands-on learning experiences.

Real World Experience

Broaden your horizons and expand your experience outside of the classroom through the 800 Cafe, a nutrition science student-led cafe open to the public throughout the spring semester. The cafe brings healthful, artisan meals that are under 800 calories. Involvement in the 800 Cafe helps build upon skills and allows you to develop as a leader.

Limitless Career Opportunities

Upon completion of the program you’ll find rewarding careers in a variety of settings in high schools, colleges, and professional sports, businesses, government establishments, or in community or clinical settings and public health.

Accelerated Master’s Option Available

High-achieving undergraduates can pursue the accredited Bachelor of Science/Master of Science accelerated coordinated program in nutrition science and dietetics, seamlessly combining undergraduate and graduate studies with 1,000 hours of supervised practice. You’ll graduate at the end of five years with the necessary preparation to take the Commission on Dietetic Registration exam to become a registered dietitian nutritionist.

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Tuition & Costs

NDSU offers a high-quality, academically rigorous education at an affordable cost. To support you in covering tuition and expenses, we provide a wide range of need-based and merit-based scholarships and financial aid options.

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At NDSU, we welcome students from all backgrounds who are seeking a dynamic learning environment within a supportive, welcoming community.

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