Nutrition Science at University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
If you are interested in studying Nutrition Science, you may want to check out the program at University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign is located in Champaign, IL.
In the most recent year for which we have data, 21 nutrition science graduations were recorded at University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign.
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Studying Online at University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
Online coursework is an option at University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign. Among 59,238 students, 9,212 (16%) studied exclusively online and 24,831 (42%) took at least some classes online.
Nutrition Science Rankings at University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
These rankings give you a sense of how University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign’s Nutrition Science program against peer institutions.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Great Lakes (Region) | #1 of 12 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Illinois | #1 of 4 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #1 of 104 |
| Best Value | Great Lakes (Region) | #1 of 11 |
| Best Value | Illinois | #2 of 3 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #16 of 99 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Great Lakes (Region) | #1 of 12 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Illinois | #1 of 4 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #1 of 104 |
| Best Value | Great Lakes (Region) | #1 of 11 |
| Best Value | Illinois | #2 of 3 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #16 of 99 |
Student Demographics & Diversity
The following sections describe the diversity of Nutrition Science graduates at University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, broken down by degree level.
Across all degree levels, Nutrition Science graduates at University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign are 62% women (13) and 38% men (8).
Nutrition Science Master’s Program at University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
Among the 7 master’s nutrition science degrees awarded at University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, 57% were women (4) and 43% were men (3).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Nutrition Science master’s degree recipients at University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 2 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 4 |
Minority students account for 14% of Nutrition Science master’s degree recipients at University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, below the national average of 27%.*
Nutrition Science Doctoral Program at University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
Among the 14 doctoral nutrition science degrees awarded at University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, 64% were women (9) and 36% were men (5).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Nutrition Science doctoral degree recipients at University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 7 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 3 |
| International (Nonresident) | 4 |
Minority students account for 21% of Nutrition Science doctoral degree recipients at University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, 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 University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
This Nutrition Science program at University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign offers more specialized concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Nutrition Sciences | 21 |
Best-Paid Careers for Nutrition Science Graduates
Students who finish Nutrition Science program at University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign work across a variety of fields. Here are the top-paying 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.