Department of
Nutrition
5 degree programs
We offer five degree programs designed to provide students with a world-class education that prepares them for diverse careers. Graduates are equipped to become registered dietitians, biomedical researchers, and strong candidates for health profession schools. Additional career opportunities include pharmaceuticals, food safety inspectors, and more.
2 accredited programs
Our ACEND-accredited Didactic Program in Dietetics and Master of Clinical Nutrition + Dietetic Internship programs provide the education and supervised practice needed to prepare students for careers as Registered Dietitians.
600+ enrolled students
With over 600 enrolled students, our programs are preparing the next generation of nutrition professionals to play a vital role in healthcare and allied health settings. Through a strong foundation in science and clinical practice, they are equipped to promote health, prevent disease, and support patient care as integral members of interdisciplinary healthcare teams.
Shape the future of healthcare through nutrition
Hands-on learning and human-focused science that prepares you to improve lives and take on today’s hardest health problems.
#1
2025 Best Schools for Nutrition Science in the USA
#1
2025 Best Schools for a Bachelor’s in Nutrition Science in the USA
The leader in nutrition science education
Texas A&M tops College Factual’s 2025 lists of schools for Nutrition Science and schools to pursue a Bachelor’s degree in Nutrition Science.
Hands-on learning for a healthier future
Get an inside look at how studying human health in our department can shape your perspective and guide your career path. Some of our students share how hands-on learning experiences are bringing classroom concepts to life and preparing them for life after graduation.
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