Online Nutritional Science Degrees

Based in Scottsdale, ASU offers an online bachelor of science in food and nutrition entrepreneurship. Students complete the 120-credit curriculum through either traditional semester-length or accelerated 7.5-week scheduling. Online learners can also take advantage of virtual student services.

Students take courses such as introduction to anatomy and physiology, introduction to nutrition science, and the development of healthy cuisines. In addition to general education courses and electives, students can also participate in nutrition and science electives to further their training. Learners must also participate in a nutrition entrepreneurship course and an experiential learning course for hands-on experience.

Applicants need to meet one of the following requirements to qualify for admission: possess a minimum GPA of 3.0, a top 25% ranking in their graduating class, or a minimum ACT score of 22 (24 for out-of-state students) or a minimum SAT score of 1120 (1180 for out-of-state students).

ASU is regionally accredited by the Higher Learning Commission.

Located in Tuscon, UofA offers an online bachelor of science in nutritional sciences. Students complete 120 credits and can choose from two concentrations: nutrition and dietetics. Online students pay the same tuition per credit regardless of location.

Students in the nutrition track take courses such as sports nutrition, diet genes and disease, and experiential learning in nutritional sciences. Learners in the dietetics track take courses such as lifecycle nutrition, foundations in medical nutrition therapy, and community nutrition. Students in each concentration must take core science courses such as anatomy and physiology, organic chemistry, and nutrition and biology. The school offers advising services for online students, as well as tutors to help with any challenges.

The school does not require SAT or ACT scores to apply, but students must possess a high school diploma or GED equivalent to qualify for admission.

UofA is regionally accredited by the Higher Learning Commission.

Located in Manhattan, K-State offers an online bachelor of science in nutrition and health. Students finish 120 credits, and both in-state and out-of-state students pay the same tuition per credit.

In addition to general education courses, students take nutrition courses in integrative health and professional studies. Notable courses include an introduction to well-being, an introduction to health and nutrition professions, and the administration of healthcare organizations. Students receive training in the latest research in nutrition, as well as business courses for healthcare professionals. Motivated students can also apply up to nine credits from the bachelor’s program toward a master’s in nutrition.

Applicants must possess a high school diploma or GED equivalent with a minimum GPA of 3.25 to qualify for admission. Students must also possess a minimum ACT score of 21 or a minimum SAT score of 1060 to apply.

K-State is regionally accredited by the Higher Learning Commission.