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Nutrition Science Major
Are you intrigued by how food shapes human health?
At a glance
Nutrition science explores nutrition’s impact on health and fitness and prepares you for a variety of careers in the field. You’ll enjoy science-based courses, along with theoretical and practical training in specific skill areas such as nutrition counseling techniques, food safety, integrative nutrition and metabolism, disease prevention and management. You’ll learn how to promote nutrition and healthy lifestyles for people of all ages.
| Degree type | Bachelor of Science | |||
| Format | On campus | |||
| Part of | College of Health and Human Sciences and Department of Food Science and Human Nutrition | |||
| Competitive major? | No | |||
| Accelerated option? | No |
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Concentrations
A concentration allows you to specialize in a certain area within your major, offering a depth of information and hands-on experiences that you may not otherwise get. Many students in this major will concentrate in one area to work in a specific field after college, as well as find mentors and internships before they even graduate.
Dietetics and Nutrition Management
This concentration is ideal if you are interested in becoming a practicing nutritionist or accredited dietitian.
Pre-Health Nutrition
This is a great concentration for you if you are interested in graduate, medical, dental, or other professional degree programs.
Pre-Nursing
Pre-Nursing in the Nutrition Science major will prepare you with common nursing school prerequisites. Coursework will equip you with skills relevant to nutrition, human health, and disease prevention. Available in Fall 2026.
Sports Nutrition and Fitness
This concentration is designed to help you channel your interest in the physiological sciences for a career in fitness-related fields, athletics, or corporate wellness program.
Some Career Options
Majoring in Nutrition Science opens doors for you in a wide array of career fields, from nutrition-based counseling to medicine to government and corporate consulting. You’ll have the opportunity to enhance your career planning, skills, and network by participating in community outreach, internships, and volunteer activities.
- Registered Dietetic Technician
- Registered Dietitian
- Nutrition Content Creator
- Nutrition Researcher
- Medical Doctor/Nurse
- Nutrition Educator
- Nutrition Counselor
- Corporate Wellness Specialist
- School Nutrition Director
- Health Coach
- Culinary Dietitian
- Sports and Performance Nutritionist
Related CSU graduate programs
Tour and info session options
Tours may be available as part of Admissions tours and info sessions, offered throughout the year.
For additional opportunities, please reach out to:
College of Health and Human Sciences recruiter at [email protected]
academic Info and Tips
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Want a more in-depth look at this major? Take a look at the program website to learn more.