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Prerequisites for Bachelor of Science with a Major in Nutrition

Entering undergraduates must have at least a 2.25 cumulative GPA with a grade of C or better in all basic proficiency and science requirement courses. Prior to enrolling, students must have completed 90 quarter credits (60 semester credits), including a minimum number of credits in the basic proficiency, science and general education categories. Surplus credits not used to satisfy basic proficiency or science requirements may be applied to the appropriate general education requirements.

Note: Students may apply to the program while completing prerequisite course work; however, they will not be officially admitted until all prerequisite course work is completed.

Basic Proficiency and Science Requirements
English literature or composition9 quarter credits
General psychology3 quarter credits
Intermediate algebra*1 course
General chemistry (science-major level with lab)8 quarter credits
General biology (with lab)4 quarter credits
Introductory nutrition (should include metabolism) 5 quarter credits

*Intermediate algebra is not college level and the credits taken will not transfer in toward degree completion.


General Education Requirements
Natural science and mathematics12 quarter credits
Arts and humanities15 quarter credits
Social sciences15 quarter credits
Speech communication or public speaking

3 quarter credits

Electives16 quarter credits*

*The number of elective credits may vary depending upon the exact number of quarter credits earned in the other prerequisite categories. Total prerequisite credits must equal at least 90 quarter credits.

Which classes fulfill these prerequisites? Check these lists:

Undergraduate transfer guide
Distance learning courses from undergraduate transfer guide

 
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Bastyr's nutrition program offers a unique focus that emphasizes whole foods as well as specific nutrients, placing them in a broader cultural, environmental and medicinal context. We have extremely dedicated faculty who are passionate about the healing power of nutrition and the science behind it. They take time to mentor students and help them build their careers.

Jennifer Lovejoy, PhD, Faculty, School of Nutrition and Exercise Sciences

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