Parker University

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Admission Snapshot

Typical admitted student: High school diploma or equivalent with a minimum GPA of 2.5-3.0; SAT/ACT scores optional for many programs.

About This Program

Parker University's online Bachelor of Science in Nutrition Science integrates theory and evidence-based research with practical application. The program focuses on the physiological, biological, and behavioral aspects of human nutrition and teaches the role of nutrition in health maintenance and disease prevention. The program is designed as a pathway to graduate studies, pre-health professional degrees, dietetics, public health, and research. The flexible online format accommodates busy professionals. SACSCOC accredited (not ACEND-accredited, does not lead to RDN). The university emphasizes functional and evidence-based nutrition approaches with a health-promotion focus.

Career Outcomes

Graduates pursue diverse career paths including becoming certified health coaches, nutrition educators, wellness consultants, personal trainers with nutrition specialization, researchers, or advancing to graduate studies, dietetics programs, medical school, or other health professions.

• 1. Registered Dietitian Nutritionist
• 2. Clinical Dietitian
• 3. Public Health Nutritionist
• 4. Nutrition Educator

What You'll Learn

• Assess nutritional needs and develop evidence-based dietary plans
• Analyze biochemical pathways of macronutrients and micronutrients
• Apply medical nutrition therapy for chronic disease management
• Evaluate public health nutrition strategies and food policy impacts

Curriculum Highlights

Core Nutrition Courses (74 credits): Nutritional Biochemistry; Physiology of Nutrition; Medical Nutrition Therapy; Nutrition Education and Counseling; Food Science; Food and Culture; Psychology of Eating Behavior; Sports Nutrition; Community Nutrition; Advanced Nutrition Topics. Electives selected based on career interest (health professions prep, research focus, or advanced clinical topics). Capstone Project: Comprehensive research or evidence synthesis project.

Top Employers

Common employers include hospitals, public health departments, food companies, and wellness clinics.

Admissions

High school diploma or equivalent with a minimum GPA of 2.5-3.0; SAT/ACT scores optional for many programs.

Application Materials

• Statement of Purpose: Optional
• Letters of Recommendation: Optional
• Resume: Optional
• Transcripts: Official transcripts required

Academic Requirements

• Degree Required: High School Diploma
• GRE/GMAT: Not Required
• TOEFL/IELTS: Required for international students (TOEFL 80+ / IELTS 6.5+)