Nutrition Degree

The nutrition program at Bastyr University prepares students for careers in clinical dietetics, food and nutrition management, public health nutrition, education and research, media, international food organization, and government. The program focuses on utilizing of food for human growth and metabolism, in both and dysfunctional states, from the interdisciplinary perspective of the agricultural, human, biological, and biomedical sciences. Program courses include: food science, biochemistry, physiology, dietetics, food and nutrition studies, biotechnology, biophysics, and the clinical sciences. Get more details below including other Washington colleges that offer nutrition degrees.

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Bastyr University

2901 E Mill Plain Blvd, Vancouver, WA

Bastyr University is a nonprofit private institution located in Kenmore, WA and provides a large number of program options for students. Approximately 970 students are enrolled annually at Bastyr University.

Students may pick from a few areas of study, including:

• Naturopathic Medicine, Naturopathy
• Acupuncture
• Dietetics
• Human Nutrition

The admissions process begins with the submission of an application, school records, and test scores, which are then reviewed by admissions staff. More information from the admissions office can be found here.

The cost of tuition is close to $24,000, but may change per year. Students are encouraged to use the school's price of attendance calculator to better understand their cost of attendance. Housing is available on-campus for students. The annual cost of housing is about $7,800. Students attending Bastyr University may be eligible for aid which is typically loans, grants, scholarships and work study programs.

Students can take a look at the school's http://www.bastyr.edu to see additional information.

Students Enrolled in the Nutrition Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Bastyr University has offered the following program levels for students:

• Bachelor's Degree
• Master's Degree

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Source: IPEDS Survey 2012-2020: Data obtained from the US Dept. of Education's Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS). Data may vary depending on school and academic year.

Career Options for Graduates

Natural Sciences Managers

Description

Plan, direct, or coordinate activities in such fields as life sciences, physical sciences, mathematics, statistics, and research and development in these fields.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, natural sciences managers employment is expected to grow at a rate of 3.3% from 2014 to 2024

Salary & Wages

• Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro, OR-WA
  • Total Employment: 600
  • Average Hourly Rate: $60.20
  • Average Annual Salary: $125220

Molecular and Cellular Biologists

Description

Research and study cellular molecules and organelles to understand cell function and organization.

Life Scientists, All Other

Description

All life scientists not listed separately.

Biological Science Teachers, Postsecondary

Description

Teach courses in biological sciences. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research.

Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).