Nutrition Science at Rutgers University-New Brunswick
What traits are you looking for in a school for Nutrition Science, consider the program at Rutgers University-New Brunswick. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
Rutgers University-New Brunswick is in New Brunswick, NJ.
During the most recent reporting year, 40 nutrition science degrees were granted at Rutgers University-New Brunswick.
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Online & Distance Learning at Rutgers University-New Brunswick
Many students take online classes at Rutgers University-New Brunswick. Of 52,269 students, 3,953 (8%) studied exclusively online and 21,737 (42%) took at least some classes online.
Nutrition Science Rankings at Rutgers University-New Brunswick
Rankings can help you compare Rutgers University-New Brunswick’s Nutrition Science program to other colleges that offer this major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | New Jersey | #2 of 2 |
| Best Value | New Jersey | #2 of 2 |
| Best Value | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #9 of 17 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #15 of 17 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #73 of 99 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #77 of 104 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | New Jersey | #2 of 2 |
| Best Value | New Jersey | #2 of 2 |
| Best Value | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #9 of 17 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #15 of 17 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #73 of 99 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #77 of 104 |
Earnings for Nutrition Science Graduates from Rutgers University-New Brunswick
Graduates of Rutgers University-New Brunswick’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 | $32,168 |
| 2 years | $27,048 |
| 3 years | $48,073 |
| 4 years | $55,966 |
| 5 years | $60,545 |
How do these earnings stack up against the rest of the school? Four years out, Nutrition Science graduates from Rutgers University-New Brunswick take home a median $55,966, compared with $78,171 for all Rutgers University-New Brunswick graduates — about 28% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for Nutrition Science graduates from Rutgers University-New Brunswick stands at $25,250.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Take a look at the student demographics for Nutrition Science graduates at Rutgers University-New Brunswick, broken down by degree level.
Across all degree levels, Nutrition Science graduates at Rutgers University-New Brunswick are 85% women (34) and 15% men (6).
Nutrition Science Bachelor’s Program at Rutgers University-New Brunswick
Of the 30 bachelor’s nutrition science degrees awarded at Rutgers University-New Brunswick, 83% were women (25) and 17% were men (5).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Nutrition Science bachelor’s degree recipients at Rutgers University-New Brunswick.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 12 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 5 |
| Black / African American | 2 |
| Asian | 6 |
| Two or More Races | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 4 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 47% of Nutrition Science bachelor’s degree recipients at Rutgers University-New Brunswick, higher than the national average of 45%.*
Nutrition Science Master’s Program at Rutgers University-New Brunswick
Among the 6 master’s nutrition science degrees awarded at Rutgers University-New Brunswick, 83% were women (5) and 17% were men (1).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Nutrition Science master’s degree recipients at Rutgers University-New Brunswick.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 2 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 2 |
| Asian | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 1 |
Minority students account for 50% of Nutrition Science master’s degree recipients at Rutgers University-New Brunswick, above the national average of 27%.*
Nutrition Science Doctoral Program at Rutgers University-New Brunswick
Among the 4 doctoral nutrition science graduates at Rutgers University-New Brunswick, 100% were women (4) and 0% were men (0).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Nutrition Science doctoral degree recipients at Rutgers University-New Brunswick.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 2 |
| International (Nonresident) | 2 |
*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 Rutgers University-New Brunswick
The Nutrition Science program at Rutgers University-New Brunswick breaks down into more specific concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Nutrition Sciences | 40 |
Top-Paying Careers for Nutrition Science Graduates
Students who finish Nutrition Science program at Rutgers University-New Brunswick work across a variety of fields. The table below ranks the best-paid careers for Nutrition Science majors, 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.