by our College Data Analytics TeamHere, you'll find out more about the major, including such details as the number of graduates, what degree levels are offered, ethnicity of students, and more. Also, learn how Auburn ranks among other schools offering degrees in nutrition science.
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The bachelor's program at Auburn was ranked #36 on College Factual's Best Schools for nutrition science list. It is also ranked #1 in Alabama.
During the 2020-2021 academic year, Auburn University handed out 66 bachelor's degrees in nutrition science. This is an increase of 14% over the previous year when 58 degrees were handed out.
In 2021, 8 students received their master’s degree in nutrition science from Auburn. This makes it the #44 most popular school for nutrition science master’s degree candidates in the country.
In addition, 6 students received their doctoral degrees in nutrition science in 2021, making the school the #7 most popular school in the United States for this category of students.
Nutrition Science majors graduating with a master's degree from Auburn make a median salary of $39,754 a year. This is less than what their typical peers from other schools make. Their median salary is $48,055.
While getting their bachelor's degree at Auburn, nutrition science students borrow a median amount of $26,000 in student loans. This is higher than the the typical median of $25,000 for all nutrition science majors across the country.
Take a look at the following statistics related to the make-up of the nutrition science majors at Auburn University.
During the 2020-2021 academic year, 66 nutrition science majors earned their bachelor's degree from Auburn. Of these graduates, 14% were men and 86% were women.
The majority of bachelor's degree recipients in this major at Auburn are white. In the most recent graduating class for which data is available, 88% of students fell into this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from Auburn University with a bachelor's in nutrition science.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 0 |
| Black or African American | 1 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 3 |
| White | 58 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 3 |
| Other Races | 1 |
Of the 8 students who graduated with a Master’s in nutrition science from Auburn in 2021, 25% were men and 75% were women.
The majority of master's degree recipients in this major at Auburn are white. In the most recent graduating class for which data is available, 88% of students fell into this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from Auburn University with a master's in nutrition science.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 0 |
| Black or African American | 0 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 0 |
| White | 7 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 0 |
| Other Races | 1 |
| Related Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Interdisciplinary Studies | 42 |
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