About Human Nutrition And Foods (nutritional Sciences Track), B.s. in University of Houston
The B.S. in Human Nutrition and Foods (Nutritional Sciences Track) is a degree plan designated to prepare students for post-graduate professional programs in medicine, dental, optometry, pharmacy, and other post-graduate professional programs in the health care arena. Students preparing to apply for professional programs after graduation must complete the degree requirements and prerequisites for the post-graduate health profession of their choice. Students earning a degree in the Nutritional Sciences track will have an in-depth knowledge of the science of nutrition and a solid foundation in applied science.
The B.S. in Human Nutrition and Foods (Nutritional Sciences Track) is not a pathway to becoming a Registered Dietitian (RD). Students wishing to pursue the RD credential must complete the B.S. in Human Nutrition and Foods (ACEND Accredited Track).
All students wishing to gain admittance to the Nutritional Sciences track of the Human Nutrition and Foods B.S. will have to apply for admission upon reaching Junior status and a cumulative Grade Point Average of 3.0.
Academic qualification equivalents
- Applicants must have passed 12th with 55% marks, Second Division
English language requirements
- IELTS : 6.5
- TOEFL IBT: 79
University of Houston Highlights
| Type of University |
Public |
| Year of Establishment |
1927 |
| Campus Setting |
Urban |
| Total Enrollment |
46,324 |
| Student-Faculty Ratio |
22:1 |
Cost of Attendance
The following is the expected cost of attendance at the university for overseas students:
In-state Students
| Expense |
Undergraduate |
Graduate |
| Tuition and fees |
$9,221 |
$9,372 |
| Books and supplies |
$1,338 |
$1,338 |
| Living costs |
$13,420 |
$13,420 |
Out-of-State Students
| Expense |
Undergraduate |
Graduate |
| Tuition and fees |
$21,749 |
$18,748 |
| Books and supplies |
$1,338 |
$1,338 |
| Living costs |
$13,420 |
$13,420 |
