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Nutrition Science Schools in Louisiana

70 students earned Nutrition Science degrees in Louisiana in the 2020-2021 year.

A Nutrition Science major is the 99th most popular major in this state.

Education Levels of Nutrition Science Majors in Louisiana

Nutrition Science majors in the state tend to have the following degree levels:

Education Level Number of Grads
Bachelor’s Degree 52
Master’s Degree 18

Gender Distribution

In Louisiana, a nutrition science major is more popular with women than with men.

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Racial Distribution

The racial distribution of nutrition science majors in Louisiana is as follows:

  • Asian: 0.0%
  • Black or African American: 15.7%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 1.4%
  • White: 77.1%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 4.3%
  • Other Races: 1.4%
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Jobs for Nutrition Science Grads in Louisiana

In this state, there are 2,740 people employed in jobs related to a nutrition science degree, compared to 259,730 nationwide.

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Wages for Nutrition Science Jobs in Louisiana

Nutrition Science grads earn an average of $62,860 in the state and $83,600 nationwide.

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There are 3 colleges in Louisiana that offer nutrition science degrees. Learn about the most popular 3 below:

52 Degrees in Major Awarded
64% Graduation Rate
34,285 Total Students

Students who attend this public school pay an average net price of $17,811. Roughly six years after entering college, graduates of this school earn $44,326 a year. Most students complete their degree in 4.44 years.

12 Degrees in Major Awarded
28% Graduation Rate
1,366 Total Students

In their early career, FranU grads earn an average salary of $49,307. Students who attend this private institution pay an average net price of $16,595. The student loan default rate is 3.20% which is lower than average.

6 Degrees in Major Awarded
85% Graduation Rate
13,927 Total Students

Grads earn an average early-career salary of $46,457 after earning their degree at this institution. The average student takes 4.12 years to complete their degree at Tulane. This private institution charges an average net price of $39,749.

Nutrition Science Careers in LA

Some of the careers nutrition science majors go into include:

Job Title LA Job Growth LA Median Salary
Life Scientists 17% $56,200
Biological Science Professors 14% $70,060
Dietitians and Nutritionists 12% $54,880
Natural Sciences Managers 11% $93,610
Dietetic Technicians 7% $22,610
Biological Scientists 7% $63,310

Below are some popular majors in the state that are similar to nutrition science.

Major Annual Graduates in LA
Other Interdisciplinary Studies 497
Natural Sciences 63
International Studies 30
Interdisciplinary Studies 19
Biological & Physical Science 11
Sustainability Science 9
Gerontology 8
Historic Preservation 8

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View Nationwide Nutrition Science Report

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