by our College Data Analytics TeamHere, you'll find out more about the major, including such details as the number of graduates, what degree levels are offered, ethnicity of students, and more. We've also included details on how Lamar University ranks compared to other colleges offering a major in nutrition.
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The bachelor's program at Lamar University was ranked #35 on College Factual's Best Schools for nutrition list. It is also ranked #5 in Texas.
During the 2021-2022 academic year, Lamar University handed out 18 bachelor's degrees in food, nutrition & related services. This is a decrease of 10% over the previous year when 20 degrees were handed out.
In 2022, 57 students received their master’s degree in nutrition from Lamar University. This makes it the #4 most popular school for nutrition master’s degree candidates in the country.
During the 2022-2023 academic year, part-time undergraduate students at Lamar University paid an average of $667 per credit hour if they came to the school from out-of-state. In-state students paid a discounted rate of $259 per credit hour. The following table shows the average full-time tuition and fees for undergraduates.
| In State | Out of State | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $6,228 | $16,020 |
| Fees | $2,676 | $2,676 |
| Books and Supplies | $1,250 | $1,250 |
| On Campus Room and Board | $10,272 | $10,272 |
| On Campus Other Expenses | $5,090 | $5,090 |
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For the most recent academic year available, 22% of nutrition bachelor's degrees went to men and 78% went to women.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from Lamar University with a bachelor's in nutrition.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 1 |
| Black or African American | 6 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 4 |
| White | 7 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 0 |
| Other Races | 0 |
Online degrees for the Lamar University nutrition bachelor’s degree program are not available at this time. To see if the school offers distance learning options in other areas, visit the Lamar University Online Learning page.
Of the 78 nutrition students who graduated with a master's degree in 2021-2022 from Lamar University, about 21% were men and 79% were women.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from Lamar University with a master's in nutrition.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 3 |
| Black or African American | 18 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 23 |
| White | 33 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 0 |
| Other Races | 1 |
Take a look at the following statistics related to the make-up of the nutrition majors at Lamar University.
| Related Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Human Development & Family Studies | 5 |
| Textile & Apparel Studies | 5 |
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