Bachelor of Science - Food and Nutrition - Nutrition Science Option

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Program Description The Department of Health and Human Development offers a major in the study of food and nutrition. Students who choose the nutrition science option generally intend to pursue a health profession or research-related career such as medicine, dentistry, industry, academia, etc. Nutrition Science Option The nutrition science option is designed to prepare a student for admission to medical (allopathic or osteopathic), dental, or graduate school with an emphasis on nutrition and biochemistry. A student can earn a verification statement if all dietetic course requirements are met for the ACEND-accredited Didactic Program in Dietetics. Although the nutrition science option provides a strong background for most professional schools, students must contact individual schools for specific post-baccalaureate entrance requirements.