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Transferring to Nutrition

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The following are the requirements to be considered for possible transfer as a Nutrition major, in addition to the University and College of Agriculture and Life Sciences requirements:

  • Have completed at least 24 graded, transferrable hours with a cumulative GPR of at least a 2.5.
  • Must have successfully completed both CHEM 101/111 (CHEM 119 beginning Fall 2019) and CHEM 102/112 (CHEM 120 beginning Fall 2019) with a grade of C or better. BIOL 111 and MATH 140 or MATH 141 and 142 (with a C or better) are preferred.
  • Applicants are strongly encouraged to speak with an Academic Advisor prior to submitting their application.

As a transfer applicant you are required to complete Essay A as a part of the application. Please answer the following questions in your essay:

  • Why do you want a Nutrition degree?
  • How will a Nutrition degree help you meet your career goals?

If transferring from a Texas community college, please refer to the Texas Common Course Numbering System website to determine what course numbers will transfer. For students transferring from a another four-year or out of state college/university, please see the Transfer Student Equivalency webpage for more information.

For more information on majoring in Nutrition, please contact AGLS Advising Center 5. To set up an appointment with an advisor, call (979) 845-2142 or email nfscadvisor@tamu.edu.

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Phone: 979-845-2142
Email: nutr-dept@ag.tamu.edu
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