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Nutrition Sciences in District of Columbia

Nutrition Sciences Schools in District of Columbia

43 Nutrition Sciences students earned their degrees in the state in 2022-2023.

As a degree choice, Nutrition Sciences is the 118th most popular major in the state.

Education Levels of Nutrition Sciences Majors in District of Columbia

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

Education Level Number of Grads
Bachelor’s Degree 39
Doctor’s Degree (Research / Scholarship) 3
Doctor’s Degree (Professional Practice) 3
Doctor’s Degree (Other) 3
Master’s Degree 1

Gender Distribution

In District of Columbia, a nutrition sciences major is more popular with women than with men.

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Racial Distribution

The racial distribution of nutrition sciences majors in District of Columbia is as follows:

  • Asian: 2.3%
  • Black or African American: 58.1%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 4.7%
  • White: 7.0%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 14.0%
  • Other Races: 14.0%
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Jobs for Nutrition Sciences Grads in District of Columbia

2,610 people in the state and 259,730 in the nation are employed in jobs related to nutrition sciences.

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Wages for Nutrition Sciences Jobs in District of Columbia

In this state, nutrition sciences grads earn an average of $104,460. Nationwide, they make an average of $83,600.

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There are 3 colleges in District of Columbia that offer nutrition sciences degrees. Learn about the most popular 3 below:

#1

Howard University

Washington
23 Degrees in Major Awarded
64% Graduation Rate
10,859 Total Students

It takes the average student 4.23 years to graduate. Of all the students who attend this school, 99% get financial aid. Students who attend this private institution pay an average net price of $45,180.

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17 Degrees in Major Awarded
85% Graduation Rate
27,017 Total Students

Of all the teachers who work at the school, 52% are considered full time. The average student takes 4.10 years to complete their degree at GWU. This private institution charges an average net price of $34,462.

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13 Degrees in Major Awarded
42% Graduation Rate
3,725 Total Students

Of all the students who attend this school, 99% get financial aid. Most students complete their degree in 4.96 years. 6 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio.

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Nutrition Sciences Careers in DC

Some of the careers nutrition sciences majors go into include:

Job Title DC Job Growth DC Median Salary
Dietetic Technicians 29% $27,880
Dietitians and Nutritionists 15% $66,400

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