Undergraduate Programs Overview
Explore diverse undergraduate programs at the School of Nutritional Sciences & Wellness, where you can specialize in Nutrition & Dietetics, Nutritional Sciences & Wellness, Nutrition & Human Performance, or Applied Biotechnology. Each program offers a unique blend of science, health, and innovation, preparing you for a rewarding career in enhancing human well-being and advancing nutritional science.
What makes us different
As a student in the School of Nutritional Sciences and Wellness, you’ll be able to:
- Focus your career path in one of our labs, like the Brewing and Food Fermentation Lab, the Sports Nutrition Lab or the Quantity Food Production Management Lab.
- Work alongside faculty, researchers and health professionals as they connect with community members, farmers, chefs, and health professionals to address food and nutrition security in Arizona.
- Study abroad with programs like "Mediterranean Diet and Health" in Italy, "Nutrition and Human Performance," or "Sports Nutrition" in Australia.
- Find your community and gain a competitive career edge through our internships, clubs, Nutrition Mentoring PODs, directed research, preceptorships and independent study programs.
Undergraduate program
Nutrition & Dietetics
Develop science-based dietary plans and initiatives as you prepare to become a registered dietitian and nutritionist.
Nutrition & Human Performance
Explore how nutrition and behavioral change can enhance physical performance and health through our Nutrition and Human Performance program.
Nutritional Sciences & Wellness
Build a personalized nutritional science degree that prepares you for applied careers in healthcare, public health and food science.
Applied Biotechnology
Find novel ways to use living cells or biological processes to feed and fuel a growing population and fight disease.
Minor programs
Complement your major with a minor in Nutrition, Sports Nutrition or Weight Inclusive Health.
Certificates
Expand your expertise with our certificates in dietetics (online) and weight-inclusive health, enhancing your skills and career opportunities in diverse areas of nutrition.
Lower your cost to attend
The estimated cost to attend the university depends largely on whether you’re a resident or non-resident and whether you plan to live on campus, off campus paying rent, or live with a family member rent-free. You can lower your cost through scholarships and financial aid. Use our net price calculator to estimate your scholarships and aid eligibility, and total cost.
How to apply
A completed application includes any required self-reported grades, transcripts, application fee and proof of English proficiency, if required. Visit the University of Arizona Office of Admissions for a complete list of admissions requirements.