by our College Data Analytics TeamWe've pulled together some essential information you should know about the program, including how many students graduate each year, the ethnic diversity of these students, and more. Also, learn how The American University ranks among other schools offering degrees in nutrition.
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The American University is in the top 10% of the country for nutrition. More specifically it was ranked #7 out of 66 schools by College Factual.
In 2021, 55 students received their master’s degree in nutrition from The American University. This makes it the #5 most popular school for nutrition master’s degree candidates in the country.
Nutrition majors graduating with a master's degree from The American University make a median salary of $49,550 a year. This is a better than average outcome since the median salary for all nutrition graduates with a master's is $49,500.
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Take a look at the following statistics related to the make-up of the nutrition majors at American University.
During the 2020-2021 academic year, 55 nutrition majors earned their master's degree from The American University. Of these graduates, 5% were men and 95% were women.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from American University with a master's in nutrition.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 1 |
| Black or African American | 3 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 0 |
| White | 19 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 0 |
| Other Races | 32 |
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