| Nutritional Sciences at Pennsylvania State University Park Campus | |
| Course Duration | 4 Years |
| Course Intake | august,june,february |
| Course Details Website Link | Visit Website |
| Course Level | Undergraduate |
| Tution Fees | $ 35,984 |
| English Language Requirment | |
| IELTS | 6.5 |
| TOEFL | 80 |
| PTE | 0 |
Nutrition is a dynamic science that incorporates knowledge of human biology and biochemistry to understand how the body utilizes nutrients and related substances for optimal health throughout the lifecycle. Students gain an understanding of how the interplay of nutrition and lifestyle relate to current public health isses as well as the development and nutrition management of chronic and acute diseases. Students learn the scientific rationale and practice methodology to assess the nutritional status of individuals in the clinical setting and for population analysis. They will use these skills to implement medical nutrition therapy or understand nutrition guidelines, standards, and policies to improve the health and well-being of the population.
Students may select one or more Options: Behavioral Nutrition and Public Health, Nutritional Physiology and Biochemistry, and Nutrition and Dietetics. The Nutrition and Dietetics Option is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Dietetics Education.
(College of Health and Human Development)
Pennsylvania State University Park Campus Highlights
| College Type | Public |
| Campus Setting | Rural |
| Annual Endowment | 3.64 billion USD |
| Student Retention Rate | 93% |
| Work-study program | Yes |
| Mode of Program | Full time; Part time; online |
| Capus Housing Capacity | 35% |
| Annual cost of Attendance | 66,348 USD approx |
| Admission Helpdesk | admissions@psu.edu | 814-865-5471 |
Pennsylvania State University Park Campus Annual Cost to Attend
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Pennsylvania Resident Tuition | $17,416 |
| Books and Supplies | $1,840 |
| Other Fees | $1,034 |
| Room and Board | $11,884 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $4,788 |
| Total One Year Cost | $36,962 |
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Out of State Resident Tuition | $34,480 |
| Books and Supplies | $1,840 |
| Other Fees | $1,034 |
| Room and Board | $11,884 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $4,788 |
| Total One Year Cost | $54,026 |
| Average Tuition Fee Per Year | |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | $ 34,858 |
| Postgraduate | 35,380 |
| Cost Per Year | |
| Overall cost of living | $ 11,570 |
| Campus accommodation | $ 9,804 |
| * Please note that fees may vary. Always check the exact cost of the program and bear in mind likely additional expenses. | |
| English score required | |
|---|---|
| IELTS Undergraduate | 6.5 |
| IELTS Postgraduate | 6.5 |
| TOEFL Undergraduate | 80 |
| TOEFL Postgraduate | 80 |
| * Please note that minimum score required for English language may vary from course to couse.Always check exact requirement for the programme. | |
| University Contact Details |
|---|
| Address |
| University Park,State College University Park 16801 |
| International@psu.edu |
| Phone |
| +18148654700 |