Best colleges for Nutrition Sciences in Washington
Ranked by graduate earnings
University of Washington-Seattle Campus, Central Washington University and Bastyr University award the most Nutrition Sciences degrees in Washington: 135, 24 and 18 graduates a year (IPEDS 2024–25). 4 Washington colleges offer Nutrition Sciences and award 188 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 3 bachelor's programs, 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 | Central Washington University Ellensburg Public · Bachelor's degree | $30,113 | 24 | 54% | — | $23,285 |
| 2 | Seattle Pacific University Seattle Private not-for-profit · Bachelor's degree Small program | $39,317 | 11 | 62% | $24,653 | $26,323 |
| 3 | Bastyr University Kenmore Private not-for-profit · Bachelor's degree Small program | $28,998 | 18 | — | — | $23,225 |
Colleges awarding the most Nutrition Sciences degrees in Washington
Top 4 by graduates a year (IPEDS 2024–25 completions). Certificate and associate programs, 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 | University of Washington-Seattle Campus Seattle Public | 135 | Not reported |
| 2 | Central Washington University Ellensburg Public | 24 | $30,113 |
| 3 | Bastyr University Kenmore Private not-for-profit | 18 | $28,998 |
| 4 | Seattle Pacific University Seattle Private not-for-profit | 11 | $39,317 |
Career outlook
What this program leads to: Dietitians and Nutritionists (SOC 29-1031).
Top skills
What Dietitians and Nutritionists earn in Washington
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Common questions
Answers for students comparing Nutrition Sciences programs in Washington.
Which Washington colleges award the most Nutrition Sciences degrees?+
University of Washington-Seattle Campus (135 graduates a year), Central Washington University (24 graduates a year) and Bastyr University (18 graduates a year) award the most Nutrition Sciences degrees in Washington, per IPEDS 2024–25 completions. In all, 4 Washington colleges offer Nutrition Sciences.
Which Nutrition Sciences program in Washington has the highest-earning graduates?+
By median earnings one year after graduation (often called starting salary), College Scorecard, Central Washington University tops the list at $30,113. Compare it against graduates a year, graduation rate, cost, and debt in the ranked table above.
How much do Dietitians and Nutritionists earn in Washington?+
The average annual wage for Dietitians and Nutritionists in Washington is $85,170 (median $84,220), across about 1,450 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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