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Bachelor of Nutritional Sciences at The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley

The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley

United States of America, Aberdeen

The Nutritional Sciences at The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley is a Bachelor program designed for students who want to build the knowledge and skills required for careers in this field. Delivered on campus at the university's main campus in Aberdeen, United States of America, the program is taught in English and takes 4 years to complete. Students study in a Full Time environment while preparing for future professional opportunities. The next intake starts on August 28, 2027.

About Bachelor of Nutritional Sciences

Program Overview

The Bachelor's degree in Nutritional Science provides students with advanced knowledge and skills through exciting educational experiences in nutrition, health, fitness, food management, and more. The program provides students with hands-on experience and integrates evidenced based nutrition research to promote healthy living techniques for people of all ages. Students will develop competency and understanding in all aspects of nutrition to promote health and wellness in daily living. The program offers concentrations.

Concentrations:

Food Technology and Management
Nutrition and Fitness
Nutrition
Research

Disciplines

College of Health Professions

Requirements and Admission Criteria for Bachelor of Nutritional Sciences at The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley

Entry Requirements

You have decided to experience your college education in another country and UTRGV is ready to support you on this journey. We'll help make the process here as seamless as possible by guiding you through the application process and helping with academic advisement in your chosen major.

An applicant is considered an international student if the applicant meets the following conditions:

Not a citizen, permanent resident, or have an application on file to become a permanent resident of the United States, and
Will be attending UTRGV on a visa. Most international students attending UTRGV are on an F-1 student visa or a J-1 visa.

English Requirements

IELTSMin 6
TOEFLMin 61

Career Opportunities after Completing Bachelor of Nutritional Sciences

Possible Career Options

Our Bachelor of Science in Nutritional Science helps students pursue rewarding opportunities in professional nutrition careers in the public and private sectors along with preparation for pursuing a graduate degree.

Nutrition/ Health Educator

State Health Department

Animal Nutritionist

Pet Food Industry

Lab Animal Nutrition Companies

Health and Food Industry Sales

Catering and other restaurant work

Advocate Public Health Official

Co-op Extension Agent

Quality Control Manager

Food Buyer

Food Distributor

Food and Drug Inspector

Family and Consumer Scientist/Writer

Food Service Supervisor or Management

Tuition and Fee Information for Bachelor of Nutritional Sciences at The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley

Application Fee 50

How to Apply for Bachelor of Nutritional Sciences at The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley

Fill out the UTRGV international application online at applytexas.org.
Pay a $50 non-refundable application fee through ApplyTexas.
Submit official scores from one of the following English Proficiency Exams unless you qualify for an exemption:
- Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL); or
- IELTS; or
- Duolingo English Test
If you attended a foreign high school or college, you must send your transcript to get evaluated by SPANTRAN, Foreign Credentials Service of America (FCSA), or World Education Services (WES). SPANTRAN, FCSA, or WES are the only companies accepted by UTRGV for foreign evaluations.
For First-Year Students: Admissions Essay A or B through ApplyTexas.
For First-Year Students and Transfer students with less than 24 college hours noted on their foreign evaluation: For the 2023-2024 application cycle, UTRGV remains test-optional. If you have taken the ACT or SAT exams and wish to send us your official scores, contact the testing agency. The UTRGV school code for ACT is 6991, and for SAT 6568.

Bachelor of Nutritional Sciences at The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley

The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley

United States of America, Aberdeen