University of North Dakota’s online and on-campus Bachelor of Science in Human Nutrition program emphasizes achieving and maintaining health while recognizing changing nutritional needs throughout life. The program is designed to develop a thorough understanding of nutrition and the ability to communicate those principles to the public. The focus is on cooperative work with other professionals to improve individual and community health. Students gain 180 hours of supervised practice in community settings, schools, senior centers, WIC programs, and private practices. ACEND-accredited options available. The program complements specialties such as nonprofit leadership, personal trainer certification, and dietary manager credential. HLC accredited. One of most affordable programs on this list.

Graduates are nutrition professionals skilled in applying nutrition science to assist healthy individuals, groups, and communities in making appropriate food and lifestyle choices. Career opportunities include public health agencies (WIC, county health departments), community nutrition programs, wellness centers, private practice, research positions, health coaching, nutrition education roles, and preparation for graduate studies or health professions school.