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Nutrition Science in Louisiana

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Nutrition Science Schools in Louisiana

In 2020-2021, 18 students earned their Nutrition Science degrees in LA.

In this state, Nutrition Science is the 89th most popular major out of a total 172 majors commonly available.

Education Levels of Nutrition Science Majors in Louisiana

Nutrition Science majors in the state tend to have the following degree levels:

Education Level Number of Grads
Master’s Degree 18

Gender Distribution

In Louisiana, a nutrition science major is more popular with women than with men.

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Racial Distribution

The racial distribution of nutrition science majors in Louisiana is as follows:

  • Asian: 0.0%
  • Black or African American: 0.0%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 0.0%
  • White: 77.8%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 16.7%
  • Other Races: 5.6%
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Jobs for Nutrition Science Grads in Louisiana

There are 2,740 people in the state and 259,730 people in the nation working in nutrition science jobs.

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Wages for Nutrition Science Jobs in Louisiana

In this state, nutrition science grads earn an average of $62,860. Nationwide, they make an average of $83,600.

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There are 2 colleges in Louisiana that offer nutrition science degrees. Learn about the most popular 2 below:

12 Degrees in Major Awarded
28% Graduation Rate
1,366 Total Students

Students who attend this private institution pay an average net price of $16,595. The student loan default rate is 3.20% which is lower than average. Most students complete their degree in 4.71 years.

6 Degrees in Major Awarded
85% Graduation Rate
13,927 Total Students

Seeking financial aid? At this school, 80% of students receive it. Grads earn an average early-career salary of $46,457 after earning their degree at this institution. Most students complete their degree in 4.12 years.

Nutrition Science Careers in LA

Some of the careers nutrition science majors go into include:

Job Title LA Job Growth LA Median Salary
Life Scientists 17% $56,200
Biological Science Professors 14% $70,060
Dietitians and Nutritionists 12% $54,880
Natural Sciences Managers 11% $93,610
Dietetic Technicians 7% $22,610
Biological Scientists 7% $63,310

Below are some popular majors in the state that are similar to nutrition science.

Major Annual Graduates in LA
Biological & Physical Science 11
Sustainability Science 9
Gerontology 8
Historic Preservation 8
Museum Studies 5
Science, Technology & Society 3
Interdisciplinary Studies 1
Other Interdisciplinary Studies 1

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