Nutrition Science at Colorado State University-Fort Collins
What traits are you looking for in a school for Nutrition Science, you may want to check out the program at Colorado State University-Fort Collins. Get started with the following essential facts.
Colorado State University-Fort Collins is located in Fort Collins, CO.
During the most recent reporting year, 53 nutrition science degrees were awarded at Colorado State University-Fort Collins.
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Studying Online at Colorado State University-Fort Collins
Many students take online classes at Colorado State University-Fort Collins. Of 34,096 students, 4,704 (14%) studied exclusively online and 7,022 (21%) took at least some classes online.
Nutrition Science Rankings at Colorado State University-Fort Collins
Use these rankings to compare Colorado State University-Fort Collins’s Nutrition Science program against peer institutions.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Colorado | #1 of 3 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Rocky Mountains (Region) | #2 of 6 |
| Best Value | Colorado | #3 of 3 |
| Best Value | Rocky Mountains (Region) | #6 of 6 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #60 of 99 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #75 of 104 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Colorado | #1 of 3 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Rocky Mountains (Region) | #2 of 6 |
| Best Value | Colorado | #3 of 3 |
| Best Value | Rocky Mountains (Region) | #6 of 6 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #60 of 99 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #75 of 104 |
Earnings for Nutrition Science Graduates from Colorado State University-Fort Collins
Graduates of Colorado State University-Fort Collins’s Nutrition Science program earn the following amounts (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $33,159 |
Median Debt at Graduation
The median debt for Nutrition Science graduates from Colorado State University-Fort Collins is $24,750.
Student Demographics & Diversity
The following sections describe the composition of Nutrition Science graduates at Colorado State University-Fort Collins, broken down by degree level.
Across all degree levels, Nutrition Science graduates at Colorado State University-Fort Collins are 85% women (45) and 15% men (8).
Nutrition Science Bachelor’s Program at Colorado State University-Fort Collins
Among the 33 bachelor’s nutrition science graduates at Colorado State University-Fort Collins, 82% were women (27) and 18% were men (6).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Nutrition Science bachelor’s degree recipients at Colorado State University-Fort Collins.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 21 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 2 |
| Black / African American | 1 |
| Asian | 4 |
| Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander | 1 |
| Two or More Races | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 3 |
Minority students account for 27% of Nutrition Science bachelor’s degree recipients at Colorado State University-Fort Collins, lower than the national average of 45%.*
Nutrition Science Master’s Program at Colorado State University-Fort Collins
Among the 15 master’s nutrition science degrees awarded at Colorado State University-Fort Collins, 100% were women (15) and 0% were men (0).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Nutrition Science master’s degree recipients at Colorado State University-Fort Collins.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 11 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 3 |
| Two or More Races | 1 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 27% of Nutrition Science master’s degree recipients at Colorado State University-Fort Collins, below the national average of 27%.*
Nutrition Science Doctoral Program at Colorado State University-Fort Collins
Among the 5 doctoral nutrition science degrees awarded at Colorado State University-Fort Collins, 60% were women (3) and 40% were men (2).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Nutrition Science doctoral degree recipients at Colorado State University-Fort Collins.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 4 |
| Black / African American | 1 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 20% of Nutrition Science doctoral degree recipients at Colorado State University-Fort Collins, above the national average of 17%.*
*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 Colorado State University-Fort Collins
This Nutrition Science program at Colorado State University-Fort Collins includes the following sub-specializations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Nutrition Sciences | 53 |
Best-Paid Careers for Nutrition Science Graduates
Graduates of the Nutrition Science program at Colorado State University-Fort Collins go on to a range of careers. Below are the best-paid 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.