Nutrition Science at Boston University
If you plan to study Nutrition Science, take a look at what Boston University. Get started with the following essential facts.
Boston University sits in Boston, MA.
During the most recent reporting year, 66 nutrition science degrees were awarded at Boston University.
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Online & Distance Learning at Boston University
Online coursework is an option at Boston University. Among 37,737 students, 5,423 (14%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 1,354 (4%) took at least some classes online.
Nutrition Science Rankings at Boston University
Use these rankings to compare Boston University’s Nutrition Science program to other colleges that offer this major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Massachusetts | #2 of 5 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | New England (Region) | #2 of 11 |
| Best Value | Massachusetts | #3 of 4 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #6 of 104 |
| Best Value | New England (Region) | #7 of 10 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #76 of 99 |
Earnings for Nutrition Science Graduates from Boston University
Graduates of Boston University’s Nutrition Science program report the following median earnings (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $52,553 |
| 2 years | $52,941 |
| 4 years | $55,707 |
| 5 years | $68,485 |
How does this compare to the school overall? At the four-year mark, Nutrition Science graduates from Boston University report median earnings of $55,707, compared with $86,455 for all Boston University graduates — about 36% lower than the school-wide median.
Student Demographics & Diversity
The following sections describe the diversity of Nutrition Science graduates at Boston University, broken down by degree level.
Program-wide, Nutrition Science graduates at Boston University are 97% women (64) and 3% men (2).
Nutrition Science Bachelor’s Program at Boston University
Of the 18 bachelor’s nutrition science graduates at Boston University, 94% were women (17) and 6% were men (1).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Nutrition Science bachelor’s degree recipients at Boston University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 4 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 1 |
| Asian | 2 |
| International (Nonresident) | 10 |
| Unknown | 1 |
Minority students account for 17% of Nutrition Science bachelor’s degree recipients at Boston University, below the national average of 45%.*
Nutrition Science Master’s Program at Boston University
Of the 48 master’s nutrition science degrees awarded at Boston University, 98% were women (47) and 2% were men (1).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Nutrition Science master’s degree recipients at Boston University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 29 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 5 |
| Asian | 5 |
| International (Nonresident) | 8 |
| Unknown | 1 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 21% of Nutrition Science master’s degree recipients at Boston University, below the national average of 27%.*
*The racial-ethnic minorities figure is the total number of graduates minus White, international (nonresident), and unknown-race graduates.
More Specific Nutrition Science Concentrations at Boston University
This Nutrition Science program at Boston University offers more specialized concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Nutrition Sciences | 66 |
Top-Paying Careers for Nutrition Science Graduates
Those who complete Nutrition Science program at Boston University go on to a range of careers. The table below ranks the highest-paying careers for Nutrition Science graduates, ordered by median annual salary:
| Occupation | Nationwide Median Wage |
|---|---|
| Water Resource Specialists | $179,716 |
| Dietetic Technicians | $137,981 |
| Natural Sciences Managers | $132,227 |
| Dietitians and Nutritionists | $125,305 |
| Clinical Research Coordinators | $110,931 |
| Molecular and Cellular Biologists | $100,077 |
| Family and Consumer Sciences Teachers, Postsecondary | $99,604 |
| Life Scientists, All Other | $97,541 |
| Bioinformatics Scientists | $92,484 |
| Biological Scientists, All Other | $79,550 |
References
- IPEDS — Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System
- U.S. Department of Education — College Scorecard
- O*NET Online (Bureau of Labor Statistics)
- National Center for Education Statistics
More about our data sources and methodologies.