Upon graduation from this program, students receive the B.S. degree and are eligible for membership in The American Dietetic Association. They can apply to take a national examination to become registered dietitians. The Department of Food and Nutrition at NDSU has been preparing students to become dietitians for more than 65 years and has achieved excellence and national recognition in this field. A major in Hotel, Motel, Restaurant Management is available for students interested in professional management positions in the hospitality industry. Excellent job opportunities await graduates in this major.
Job placement is good with increased opportunities in tourism.
A major in Food Science is available in cooperation with the College of Agriculture. This major emphasizes the scientific approach to studying food. Students wishing to work in food product development, analysis of food products, food research or regulatory positions will find this major of interest. This program prepares the student for employment in university, government and industrial food research laboratories. There are currently more than 10 students enrolled in the M.S. degree program in food and nutrition.