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ACCEPTANCE RATE

6.17%

FINANCIAL AID RATE

61%

STUDENT TEACHER RATIO

5:1

FINANCIAL AID AWARD AVG.

$38,615

Average Grants + Scholarship Aid Awarded to Undergraduate Students

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Nutrition Degree

The nutrition program at University of Chicago 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 Illinois colleges that offer nutrition degrees.

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University of Chicago

1407 E. 60th Street, Chicago, IL

University of Chicago is a nonprofit private institution located in Chicago, IL and provides a large number of program options for students. Approximately fifteen thousand students enroll at University of Chicago yearly.

Here is a list of some of the popular programs University of Chicago offers:

  • Business And Marketing Studies
  • Social Sciences
  • Public Administration And Social Services
  • Legal Professions And Studies
  • Biological And Biomedical Sciences

The admissions process begins with the submission of an application, student records, and standardized test scores, which are then evaluated by admissions officials. Very common standardized test scores among applicants admitted to this school are within the range of 31 - 34 on the ACT, or 1400 - 1570 for the SAT exam. Competition for admissions among applicants is high, given that only 20% of students who applied are accepted to the school. More information regarding admissions can be found here.

The cost of tuition is around $47,000, but may change yearly. Students are encouraged to use the school's tuition calculator to better estimate their cost of attending this school. Financial aid may be provided to students that meet the necessary requirements.

The mascot for University of Chicago is the "Maroons", and they participate in intercollegiate athletics through the NCAA. Available athletic programs offered may include but not limited to:

  • Baseball (NCAA Division III)
  • Basketball (NCAA Division III)
  • Track & Field (NCAA Division III)
  • Football (NCAA Division III)
  • Soccer (NCAA Division III)

Students may visit the school's http://www.uchicago.edu to view additional information.

Students Enrolled in the Nutrition Program

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

  • Master's Degree
  • Doctorate Degree

Students by Academic Level (2019)

 Graduates
Master's Degree0
Doctorate Degree1

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

Upon completion of the Nutrition program at University of Chicago, most students have pursued careers in the following fields:

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

  • Chicago-Naperville-Arlington Heights, IL Metropolitan Division
    • Total Employment: 840
    • Average Hourly Rate: $50.94
    • Average Annual Salary: $105950
  • Gary, IN Metropolitan Division
    • Total Employment: 30
    • Average Hourly Rate: $31.61
    • Average Annual Salary: $65750
  • Lake County-Kenosha County, IL-WI Metropolitan Division
    • Total Employment: 420
    • Average Hourly Rate: $82.72
    • Average Annual Salary: $172060

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).

Admission Requirements & Details

The admission details below may give you an idea of the candidates University of Chicago accepts. The details may include application requirements and recommendations, as well as any AP college credits that may be transferred.

College Credits Accepted

  • AP Course Credits
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Academics & Student Services

Student Services

To help students and alumni, University of Chicago may provide services like those listed below:

  • Academic counseling for students
  • Employing students to lower education costs
  • Assistance to find work

Intercollegiate Athletics

University of Chicago is a Member of National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), with many of the sports being in the NCAA Division III with football classification. The most popular sports played are listed below:

  • Baseball (Midwest Conference)
  • Basketball (University Athletic Association)
  • Track and Field (University Athletic Association)
  • Football (Midwest Conference)
  • Lacrosse
  • Soccer
  • Softball
  • Swimming and Diving
  • Tennis
  • Volleyball
  • Wrestling