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BS in Nutrition Science

Bachelor of Science in Nutrition Science

Study nutrition across the lifespan while preparing for wellness, community health, or dietetics pathways.


Your Future

Academic Advancement:

Next steps include MS Nutrition/Dietetics, registered dietitian pathway, MPH, sports nutrition, wellness coaching, diabetes education, or food systems credential.

Career Pathways:

Nutrition Educator, Dietetic Technician, Wellness Coordinator, Pre-Registered Dietitian Pathway

Industry Outlook:

Growth driven by preventive health initiatives; Registered Dietitian pathway significantly increases earnings potential

Regional employers include

RWJBarnabas Health; Hackensack Meridian Health; Atlantic Health System; Cooper University Health Care; Virtua Health; Sodexo; Aramark; ShopRite/Wakefern wellness teams; public health agencies.

Salary Outlook:

$45,000 – $75,000

Getting Started
For New Jersey entry-level roles aligned to BS in Nutrition Science, a reasonable starting range is approximately $45,000–$62,000, depending on role, licensure/certification, employer type, and prior experience.

Early Career and Progression
Approx. $70,000 midpoint at about five years, with higher earnings in specialized, licensed, technical, supervisory, or high-demand settings.

Approx. $88,000 average or attainable mid-career benchmark around ten years, especially for advanced credentials, management responsibility, or specialized practice.


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