Nutrition Degree

The nutrition program at College of Saint Benedict 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 Minnesota colleges that offer nutrition degrees.

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College of Saint Benedict

Also known as Saint Benedict

851 30th Ave SE, Rochester, MN

College of Saint Benedict is a liberal arts college that offers an undergraduate education and assists students in developing important skills useful in pursuit of graduate education or employment. A liberal arts curriculum exposes students to a variety of topics and subjects. The school is located in Saint Joseph, Minnesota, which is a predominantly suburban area. The school maintains a Roman Catholic affiliation, which is evident in the role it plays in program curriculums and daily life at the school. Over two thousand students enroll at College of Saint Benedict yearly.

Here is a list of some of the popular programs College of Saint Benedict offers:

• English Language And Literature
• Psychology
• Biological And Biomedical Sciences
• Health And Clinical Professions
• Interdisciplinary Studies

The admissions process starts with the submission of an application, transcripts, records, and test scores, which are then evaluated by the admissions committee. The most common scores among applicants accepted to College of Saint Benedict are between 23 to 28 for the ACT exam, or 1535 to 1930 on the SAT exam. This school has an acceptance rate of around 73 percent of which only 36 percent decided to attend. More information on admissions can be found at csbsju.edu.

Undergraduate tuition is approximately $38,000 for the year, though it may change based on different types of circumstances. Students may visit the school's net price calculator to determine a more personalized cost estimate. Student housing is available on-campus for students. The annual cost of housing is about $4,700. Some students at this school may be eligible for financial aid, which is generally provided as scholarships, grants, and loans.

The mascot for Saint Benedict is the "Blazers", and they participate in intercollegiate athletics through the oversight and organization of the NCAA.

For a complete list of areas of study, programs, enrollment information, financial aid details, and more, please visit the school's website at http://www.csbsju.edu.

Students Enrolled in the Nutrition Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Saint Benedict offers a bachelor's degree program in nutrition.

Students by Gender (2019)

Students by Race (2019)

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

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).