Nutrition Science at Michigan State University
If you plan to study Nutrition Science, consider the program at Michigan State University. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Michigan State University sits in East Lansing, MI.
During the most recent reporting year, 48 nutrition science graduations were recorded at Michigan State University.
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Online & Distance Learning at Michigan State University
Online coursework is an option at Michigan State University. Among 52,089 students, 2,681 (5%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 24,643 (47%) took at least some classes online.
Nutrition Science Rankings at Michigan State University
Use these rankings to compare Michigan State University’s Nutrition Science program to other colleges that offer this major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Michigan | #2 of 2 |
| Best Value | Michigan | #2 of 2 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Great Lakes (Region) | #5 of 12 |
| Best Value | Great Lakes (Region) | #7 of 11 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #52 of 104 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #65 of 99 |
Earnings for Nutrition Science Graduates from Michigan State University
Those who finish Michigan State 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 | $21,557 |
| 2 years | $32,284 |
| 3 years | $31,651 |
| 4 years | $48,430 |
| 5 years | $59,642 |
Is this above or below average for the school? Four years after graduating, Nutrition Science graduates from Michigan State University earn a median of $48,430, compared with $69,754 for all Michigan State University graduates — about 31% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for Nutrition Science graduates from Michigan State University stands at $25,000.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Below you’ll find the student demographics for Nutrition Science graduates at Michigan State University, by degree type.
Program-wide, Nutrition Science graduates at Michigan State University are 94% women (45) and 6% men (3).
Nutrition Science Bachelor’s Program at Michigan State University
Of the 35 bachelor’s nutrition science graduates at Michigan State University, 94% were women (33) and 6% were men (2).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Nutrition Science bachelor’s degree recipients at Michigan State University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 20 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 3 |
| Black / African American | 1 |
| Asian | 9 |
| Two or More Races | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 1 |
Minority students account for 40% of Nutrition Science bachelor’s degree recipients at Michigan State University, below the national average of 45%.*
Nutrition Science Master’s Program at Michigan State University
Of the 13 master’s nutrition science degrees awarded at Michigan State University, 92% were women (12) and 8% were men (1).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Nutrition Science master’s degree recipients at Michigan State University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 8 |
| Asian | 3 |
| International (Nonresident) | 1 |
| Unknown | 1 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 23% of Nutrition Science master’s degree recipients at Michigan State 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 Michigan State University
The Nutrition Science program at Michigan State University offers more specialized concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Nutrition Sciences | 48 |
Top-Paying Careers for Nutrition Science Graduates
Those who complete Nutrition Science program at Michigan State University pursue many career paths. Below are 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.