Nutrition Science at University of Vermont
If you plan to study Nutrition Science, you may want to check out the program at University of Vermont. Get started with the following essential facts.
University of Vermont sits in Burlington, VT.
In the most recent year for which we have data, 63 nutrition science graduations were recorded at University of Vermont.
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Online & Distance Learning at University of Vermont
Online coursework is an option at University of Vermont. Among 14,476 students, 456 (3%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 3,228 (22%) took at least some classes online.
Nutrition Science Rankings at University of Vermont
Rankings can help you compare University of Vermont’s Nutrition Science program to other colleges that offer this major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Vermont | #1 of 1 |
| Best Value | Vermont | #1 of 1 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | New England (Region) | #3 of 11 |
| Best Value | New England (Region) | #3 of 10 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #23 of 104 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #63 of 99 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Vermont | #1 of 1 |
| Best Value | Vermont | #1 of 1 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | New England (Region) | #3 of 11 |
| Best Value | New England (Region) | #3 of 10 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #23 of 104 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #63 of 99 |
Earnings for Nutrition Science Graduates from University of Vermont
Those who finish University of Vermont’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 | $34,168 |
| 2 years | $36,488 |
| 3 years | $46,376 |
| 4 years | $52,207 |
| 5 years | $60,462 |
How do these earnings stack up against the rest of the school? Four years out, Nutrition Science graduates from University of Vermont report median earnings of $52,207, compared with $56,910 for all University of Vermont graduates — about 8% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Median student loan debt for Nutrition Science graduates from University of Vermont stands at $19,500.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Take a look at the composition of Nutrition Science graduates at University of Vermont, broken down by degree level.
Across all degree levels, Nutrition Science graduates at University of Vermont are 84% women (53) and 16% men (10).
Nutrition Science Bachelor’s Program at University of Vermont
Of the 49 bachelor’s nutrition science graduates at University of Vermont, 84% were women (41) and 16% were men (8).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Nutrition Science bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Vermont.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 40 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 2 |
| Asian | 1 |
| Two or More Races | 5 |
| International (Nonresident) | 1 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 16% of Nutrition Science bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Vermont, lower than the national average of 45%.*
Nutrition Science Master’s Program at University of Vermont
Of the 13 master’s nutrition science graduates at University of Vermont, 85% were women (11) and 15% were men (2).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Nutrition Science master’s degree recipients at University of Vermont.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 13 |
Nutrition Science Doctoral Program at University of Vermont
Among the 1 doctoral nutrition science degrees awarded at University of Vermont, 100% were women (1) and 0% were men (0).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Nutrition Science doctoral degree recipients at University of Vermont.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 1 |
*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 Vermont
This Nutrition Science program at University of Vermont includes the following sub-specializations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Nutrition Sciences | 63 |
Top-Paying Careers for Nutrition Science Graduates
Those who complete Nutrition Science program at University of Vermont go on to a range of careers. The table below ranks the best-paid 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.