The baccalaureate degree in Food and Nutrition with a specialty in Nutrition and Wellness is designed to provide students with an understanding of the role of food and nutrition in overall wellness. The road to maintaining wellness includes both physical activity and nutrition. A foundation in nutrition and food is supplemented with a variety of courses in exercise, health education and behavior and health promotion.
All food and nutrition majors are exposed to a strong grounding in both food and nutrition courses. This food and nutrition core is supplemented by several additional courses focusing on health education, physical education, health promotion, healthy aging and nutrition for fitness and exercise.
Rounding out this required portion of the curriculum, a Senior Capstone course provides an in-depth analysis of current food and nutrition issues and assists in preparing students for actively entering the job market.
Further supporting the transition to the working world, students may also be placed in a food and nutrition-related practicum beginning in the junior year if qualifications are met. This elective affords a first-hand opportunity to learn more about career choices. Additional elective hours are available to allow the student to pursue even more specific expertise in the areas of physical activity and nutrition or expand their knowledge of other areas such as gerontology, public health or worksite wellness.
To apply to the University of Southern Indiana (USI) for undergraduate enrollment:
Upon acceptance to USI, you'll receive detailed information about next steps, including orientation, registration and housing.
Continuing students with at least a 2.0 grade point average may apply for this major and will need to complete a Change of Academic Program form with the Office of the Registrar.
With growing public interest in health, aging and disease prevention, graduates of USI’s Nutrition and Wellness program are well-positioned for careers in health promotion and wellness. Opportunities span hospitals, community health, corporate wellness, sports nutrition and fitness centers. Many professionals also launch their own consulting practices or wellness programs.
Graduates are prepared for roles in:
*income information provided by O*NET Online. Occupation opportunities vary by region and experience.
The University of Southern Indiana is committed to making college accessible to those wishing to further their education by providing numerous scholarships, grants, and financial aid options to assist students in managing tuition expenses.
