Nutrition Sciences at University of Memphis
If you are interested in studying Nutrition Sciences, take a look at what University of Memphis. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
University of Memphis is located in Memphis, TN.
In the most recent year for which we have data, 17 nutrition sciences graduations were recorded at University of Memphis.
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Online Class Availability at University of Memphis
Many students take online classes at University of Memphis. Among 20,276 students, 5,051 (25%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 7,430 (37%) took at least some classes online.
Student Demographics & Diversity
The following sections describe the diversity of Nutrition Sciences graduates at University of Memphis, broken down by degree level.
Program-wide, Nutrition Sciences graduates at University of Memphis are 65% women (11) and 35% men (6).
Nutrition Sciences Master’s Program at University of Memphis
Among the 17 master’s nutrition sciences degrees awarded at University of Memphis, 65% were women (11) and 35% were men (6).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Nutrition Sciences master’s degree recipients at University of Memphis.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 10 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 2 |
| Black / African American | 2 |
| Asian | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 2 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 29% of Nutrition Sciences master’s degree recipients at University of Memphis, higher than the national average of 27%.*
*The racial-ethnic minorities figure is the total number of graduates minus White, international (nonresident), and unknown-race graduates.
Highest-Paying Careers for Nutrition Sciences Graduates
Graduates of the Nutrition Sciences program at University of Memphis go on to a range of careers. The table below ranks the best-paid careers for Nutrition Sciences majors, ordered by median annual salary:
| Occupation | Nationwide Median Wage |
|---|---|
| Water Resource Specialists | $179,716 |
| Dietetic Technicians | $137,981 |
| Natural Sciences Managers | $132,227 |
| Dietitians and Nutritionists | $125,305 |
| Clinical Research Coordinators | $110,931 |
| Molecular and Cellular Biologists | $100,077 |
| Family and Consumer Sciences Teachers, Postsecondary | $99,604 |
| Life Scientists, All Other | $97,541 |
| Bioinformatics Scientists | $92,484 |
| Biological Scientists, All Other | $79,550 |
References
- IPEDS — Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System
- U.S. Department of Education — College Scorecard
- O*NET Online (Bureau of Labor Statistics)
- National Center for Education Statistics
More about our data sources and methodologies.