BS Human Nutrition at University of Kentucky

Programme overview

The Human Nutrition bachelor’s degree at the University of Kentucky is designed for students interested in how diet, physical activity, and lifestyle choices influence health and help prevent disease. This science-based program provides a strong foundation in biology, chemistry, and physiology, while exploring how these disciplines relate to nutrition and human well-being.

Faculty: Martin-Gatton College of Agriculture, Food and Environment | Duration: 120 credit hours | Study mode: full-time | Intake: Fall, Spring, Summer | Location: Lexington, KY, United States

What you will study

The Bachelor of Science in Human Nutrition program focuses on the relationship between nutrition, health, and disease prevention across the human lifespan. Students study topics such as nutrient metabolism, medical nutrition therapy, community nutrition, and food science, while developing a strong foundation in biology and chemistry. The curriculum emphasizes evidence-based approaches and practical applications, preparing students to understand how dietary choices impact individual and public health.

Career pathways

The Human Nutrition degree will prepare you for opportunities in a variety of health-related fields, such as: • Dentistry

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Application information

Entry requirements

University/college-level requirements (not programme-specific): official high school transcript with pre-college curriculum; ACT or SAT optional (test-optional admission). Applies to admission to Martin-Gatton College of Agriculture, Food and Environment.

Tuition is charged per credit, so the total depends on the modules you register for each year. Current fees are listed in the official fee schedule.

First-year entry term: Fall 2027 (applications open August 1). Transfer entry terms: Fall, Spring and Summer.

UK is test-optional for admission and scholarships through the 2028-29 academic year; most freshman applicants may apply without an ACT or SAT score.

First-year applicants for Fall 2027: Early Action deadline December 1 (recommended for Lewis Honors College and competitive and academic scholarships); Regular Decision deadline February 15. Application fee is $50 for domestic and $60 for international applicants. Apply with the UK application or the Common App.

Transfer applicants: application deadlines are August 1 for Fall (scholarship deadline June 15), November 15 for Spring and April 15 for Summer. The application fee is $50, waived for applications fully submitted on listed Transfer Tuesday dates.

Graduate applicants apply online through The Graduate School application system; deadlines and supplemental materials are set by each programme page. Minimum undergraduate GPA 2.75, minimum graduate GPA 3.0, and 2.5 for graduate certificate applicants (programmes may require more).

Apply through the official page: https://academics.uky.edu/apply

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