Bachelor's Degree in Human Nutrition
Build a foundation in health education, chronic disease prevention, the connection between human nutrition and health and more as you prepare for a career in healthcare.
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Bachelor's Degree in Human Nutrition
B.S. in human nutrition; minor
The nutrition and health program is one of the best programs for students seeking an education and training for a health career, with the flexibility to make it adaptable for many different needs. This program prepares students for professional schools, as well as careers that are related to human health.
The K-State difference
The large number of elective hours in the nutrition and health program allows students to potentially study abroad, pursue minors or secondary majors, choose additional courses to complete prerequisite courses for professional school or study a foreign language.
Did you know?
The department of Food, Nutrition, Dietetics and Health offers service learning opportunities for students, allowing them to travel to international countries to put their classroom knowledge to use and benefit the locals of their destination.
Career Center
The Career Center offers an extensive career library, free assessments for exploring major/careers, job search training, career advising, employer connections, and a staff dedicated to assisting students in the career development process.
At a public research university like K-State, you'll have direct access to research opportunities from the start. K-State undergraduates have studied sustainable energy, cancer cells, musical lyrics and many other topics alongside nationally renowned faculty at K-State's 90-plus research centers.
Studying in another country not only allows you to experience the wonders of another culture, but it also broadens your horizons and makes you a stronger citizen in our global society. There are more than 85 countries currently participating in K-State's education abroad programs!
Whether you are interested in a career in human or animal health, K-State is a great place to start the journey toward becoming a healthcare professional. You will have a dedicated health professions advisor who will help you navigate the professional school application process for your chosen healthcare field.
Did you know that K-State pre-law students are accepted into law school at a rate substantially exceeding the national average? In preparing for law school, you will work with a dedicated pre-law advisor and select the major of your choice in any department in any college within the university.