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GW's nutrition program aims to equip undergraduate students with comprehensive knowledge about the science behind food and nutrition, along with its practical uses in public health. This interdisciplinary field combines elements of chemistry, biology, physiology, psychology, and public health, fostering a foundation for incorporating nutrition science across various disciplines. Upon graduation, students gain the skills to enhance, expand, and implement nutritional principles in clinical and public health settings. Alumni find careers in diverse environments, including federal agencies like the USDA and FDA, nonprofit organizations, and advocacy groups, while some opt for further studies in health sciences, dietetics, or public health.
The program offers an applied nutrition concentration for students focused on public health applications, ideal for those pursuing careers in nutrition policy, health promotion, nutritional epidemiology, or exploring how food systems shape dietary habits and health results.