Nutrition Science at University of Nevada-Las Vegas
What traits are you looking for in a school for Nutrition Science, you may want to check out the program at University of Nevada-Las Vegas. Get started with the following essential facts.
University of Nevada-Las Vegas is located in Las Vegas, NV.
During the most recent reporting year, 28 nutrition science graduations were recorded at University of Nevada-Las Vegas.
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Online & Distance Learning at University of Nevada-Las Vegas
Online coursework is an option at University of Nevada-Las Vegas. Of 32,911 students, 3,840 (12%) studied exclusively online and 16,321 (50%) took at least some classes online.
Nutrition Science Rankings at University of Nevada-Las Vegas
Use these rankings to compare University of Nevada-Las Vegas’s Nutrition Science program against peer institutions.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nevada | #1 of 1 |
| Best Value | Nevada | #1 of 1 |
| Best Value | Far Western (Region) | #8 of 23 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #14 of 99 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Far Western (Region) | #22 of 24 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #87 of 104 |
Earnings for Nutrition Science Graduates from University of Nevada-Las Vegas
Graduates of University of Nevada-Las Vegas’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 | $20,576 |
| 2 years | $28,753 |
| 3 years | $29,422 |
| 5 years | $51,838 |
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for Nutrition Science graduates from University of Nevada-Las Vegas stands at $15,815.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Take a look at the student demographics for Nutrition Science graduates at University of Nevada-Las Vegas, by degree type.
Across all degree levels, Nutrition Science graduates at University of Nevada-Las Vegas are 82% women (23) and 18% men (5).
Nutrition Science Bachelor’s Program at University of Nevada-Las Vegas
Of the 24 bachelor’s nutrition science degrees awarded at University of Nevada-Las Vegas, 83% were women (20) and 17% were men (4).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Nutrition Science bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Nevada-Las Vegas.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 11 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 5 |
| Black / African American | 1 |
| Asian | 2 |
| American Indian / Alaska Native | 1 |
| Two or More Races | 4 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 54% of Nutrition Science bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Nevada-Las Vegas, higher than the national average of 45%.*
Nutrition Science Master’s Program at University of Nevada-Las Vegas
Of the 4 master’s nutrition science graduates at University of Nevada-Las Vegas, 75% were women (3) and 25% were men (1).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Nutrition Science master’s degree recipients at University of Nevada-Las Vegas.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 2 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 2 |
Minority students account for 50% of Nutrition Science master’s degree recipients at University of Nevada-Las Vegas, higher than 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 University of Nevada-Las Vegas
The Nutrition Science program at University of Nevada-Las Vegas breaks down into more specific concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Nutrition Sciences | 28 |
Best-Paid Careers for Nutrition Science Graduates
Graduates of the Nutrition Science program at University of Nevada-Las Vegas go on to a range of careers. 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.