Best colleges for Nutrition Sciences in New York
Ranked by graduate earnings
New York University, Columbia University and Cornell University award the most Nutrition Sciences degrees and certificates in New York: 94, 63 and 47 graduates a year (IPEDS 2024–25). 15 New York colleges offer Nutrition Sciences and award 379 degrees and certificates a year in all.
The Nutrition Sciences program focuses on the physiological processes of nutrition, exploring how nutrients and other food substances relate to health, growth, and disease. This interdisciplinary field is ideal for students interested in…
Top 2 institutions, ranked by graduate earnings
Ranked by median earnings one year after graduation (often called starting salary), College Scorecard. Programs with fewer than 20 graduates a year, a graduation rate under 30%, or online, degree-completion or graduate-only status rank after the rest.
| # | Institution | Starting salary (1 yr) | Graduates / yr | Grad rate | Net price | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Cornell University Ithaca Private not-for-profit · Bachelor's degree | $30,508 | 47 | 95% | $17,613 | $13,750 |
| 2 | New York University New York Private not-for-profit · Bachelor's degree | $24,084 | 94 | 88% | $29,023 | $21,500 |
Colleges awarding the most Nutrition Sciences degrees in New York
Top 10 by graduates a year (IPEDS 2024–25 completions). Online, degree-completion and graduate-only schools, and schools with a graduation rate under 30% are listed in full below.
| # | Institution | Graduates / yr | Starting salary (1 yr) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | New York University New York Private not-for-profit | 94 | $24,084 |
| 2 | Columbia University New York Private not-for-profit | 63 | Not reported |
| 3 | Cornell University Ithaca Private not-for-profit | 47 | $30,508 |
| 4 | Russell Sage College Troy Private not-for-profit | 29 | Not reported |
| 5 | Syracuse University Syracuse Private not-for-profit | 24 | Not reported |
| 6 | CUNY Queens College Queens Public | 21 | Not reported |
| 7 | University at Buffalo Buffalo Public | 20 | Not reported |
| 8 | Farmingdale State College Farmingdale Public | 19 | Not reported |
| 9 | Long Island University Brookville Private not-for-profit | 16 | Not reported |
| 10 | Pace University New York Private not-for-profit | 12 | Not reported |
ShowHide the other 5 New York colleges offering Nutrition Sciences
| Institution | City | Control | Graduates / yr |
|---|---|---|---|
| Teachers College at Columbia University (Graduate only) | New York | Private not-for-profit | 22 |
| Rochester Institute of Technology | Rochester | Private not-for-profit | 5 |
| New York Institute of Technology | Old Westbury | Private not-for-profit | 4 |
| Canisius University | Buffalo | Private not-for-profit | 2 |
| Excelsior University (Online) | Albany | Private not-for-profit | 1 |
Career outlook
What this program leads to: Dietitians and Nutritionists (SOC 29-1031).
Top skills
What Dietitians and Nutritionists earn in New York
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Common questions
Answers for students comparing Nutrition Sciences programs in New York.
Which New York colleges award the most Nutrition Sciences degrees?+
New York University (94 graduates a year), Columbia University (63 graduates a year) and Cornell University (47 graduates a year) award the most Nutrition Sciences degrees and certificates in New York, per IPEDS 2024–25 completions. In all, 15 New York colleges offer Nutrition Sciences.
Which Nutrition Sciences program in New York has the highest-earning graduates?+
By median earnings one year after graduation (often called starting salary), College Scorecard, Cornell University tops the list at $30,508. Compare it against graduates a year, graduation rate, cost, and debt in the ranked table above.
How much do Dietitians and Nutritionists earn in New York?+
The average annual wage for Dietitians and Nutritionists in New York is $84,760 (median $82,480), across about 5,330 jobs. Source: BLS OEWS, May 2025.
What is the focus of the Nutrition Sciences program?+
The Nutrition Sciences program focuses on the physiological processes of nutrition, exploring how nutrients and other food substances relate to health, growth, and disease. This interdisciplinary field is ideal for students interested in…
What skills will I develop in this program?+
You will develop reading comprehension, critical thinking, active listening, speaking, and related professional skills.
What is the job outlook for Dietitians and Nutritionists?+
The national job outlook is about +5.5% growth with around 6,200 annual openings (BLS Employment Projections 2024–2034).
What is the typical education requirement?+
A Bachelor's degree is the typical entry-level education for this field (BLS).
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