Nutrition Science at University of Kansas
If you are interested in studying Nutrition Science, you may want to check out the program at University of Kansas. Get started with the following essential facts.
University of Kansas sits in Lawrence, KS.
In the most recent year for which we have data, 29 nutrition science degrees were awarded at University of Kansas.
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Online Class Availability at University of Kansas
Online coursework is an option at University of Kansas. Among 29,792 students, 3,126 (10%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 10,681 (36%) took at least some classes online.
Nutrition Science Rankings at University of Kansas
These rankings give you a sense of how University of Kansas’s Nutrition Science program against peer institutions.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Kansas | #1 of 2 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | The Plains States (Region) | #1 of 6 |
| Best Value | Kansas | #1 of 2 |
| Best Value | The Plains States (Region) | #2 of 6 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #18 of 104 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #41 of 99 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Kansas | #1 of 2 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | The Plains States (Region) | #1 of 6 |
| Best Value | Kansas | #1 of 2 |
| Best Value | The Plains States (Region) | #2 of 6 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #18 of 104 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #41 of 99 |
Earnings for Nutrition Science Graduates from University of Kansas
Students who complete University of Kansas’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 | $47,926 |
Student Demographics & Diversity
Below you’ll find the student demographics for Nutrition Science graduates at University of Kansas, broken down by degree level.
Across all degree levels, Nutrition Science graduates at University of Kansas are 100% women (29) and 0% men (0).
Nutrition Science Master’s Program at University of Kansas
Among the 20 master’s nutrition science degrees awarded at University of Kansas, 100% were women (20) and 0% were men (0).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Nutrition Science master’s degree recipients at University of Kansas.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 17 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 2 |
| International (Nonresident) | 1 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 10% of Nutrition Science master’s degree recipients at University of Kansas, lower than the national average of 27%.*
Nutrition Science Doctoral Program at University of Kansas
Of the 5 doctoral nutrition science degrees awarded at University of Kansas, 100% were women (5) and 0% were men (0).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Nutrition Science doctoral degree recipients at University of Kansas.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 4 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 1 |
Minority students account for 20% of Nutrition Science doctoral degree recipients at University of Kansas, higher than 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 Kansas
The Nutrition Science program at University of Kansas includes the following sub-specializations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Nutrition Sciences | 29 |
Highest-Paying Careers for Nutrition Science Graduates
Students who finish Nutrition Science program at University of Kansas go on to a range of careers. Here 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.