Nutrition and Dietetics
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About the track
Possible UC degree
Bachelor of Science in Nutrition and Dietetics
Overview
The University of Cincinnati Nutrition & Dietetics major provides a strong foundation in nutrition, food science, medical nutrition therapy, health promotion, and wellness. This top-ranked program blends science and behavioral studies, preparing you to become an expert in food, nutrition, and disease prevention and management.
As a Nutrition & Dietetics student, you will have the opportunity to explore specialized areas of nutrition, including sports nutrition, community nutrition, and clinical dietetics, through coursework and experiential learning. The program equips you with the knowledge and skills needed to support individuals and communities in achieving optimal health through evidence-based nutrition strategies.
At UC, you can fast-track your future through our 5-year Accelerated Dietitian Nutritionist pathway! You’ll earn both your Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees and finish your supervised practice, all in just 5 years instead of 7. That means saving time, cutting costs, and stepping into your career 2 years early!
Students who complete the entirety of Tier 1 with a C- or above in all courses will be eligible for a $2,000 scholarship upon acceptance and matriculation to Nutrition and Dietetics
Potential career paths
- Dietitian
- Nutritionist
- Food Technologist
- Health Coach
- Wellness Consultant
- Sports Nutrition
Coursework
| UC course | Course # | Credits | Meets high school requirement* |
|---|---|---|---|
| English Composition | ENGL 1001 | 3 | English |
| College Algebra | MATH 1021 | 3 | Math |
| Personal Nutrition | NUTR 1030 | 3 | - |
| Introduction to Psychology | PSYC 1001 | 3 | Social Studies |
| How Life Works: Introductory Biology I | BIOL 1021 | 3 | Social Science |
| Total possible credits | 15 | ||
| UC course | Course # | Credits | Meets high school requirement* |
|---|---|---|---|
| Introduction to Statistics | STAT 1031 | 3 | Math |
| Introduction to Sociology | SOC 1001 | 3 | Social Studies |
| Food and Culture | NUTR 1030 | 3 | - |
| General Organic and Biological Chemistry I + Laboratory | CHEM 1030 + CHEM 1030L | 3 + 1 | Science |
| -Choose A or B | |||
| A) GE: Arts and Humanities (non-HIST)^ | 3 | - | |
| B) Democracy and the American Tradition | HIST 1100 | 3 | Social Studies |
| Total Possible Credits | 16 |
* Credit applicability is at the discretion of your high school and cannot be determined by UC.
^ Your UC advisor will help you select courses that satisfy the GE (General Education) requirement.