Dietetics at Northern Illinois University
What traits are you looking for in a school for Dietetics, take a look at what Northern Illinois University. Get started with the following essential facts.
Northern Illinois University sits in Dekalb, IL.
In the most recent year for which we have data, 31 dietetics degrees were awarded at Northern Illinois University.
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Online Class Availability at Northern Illinois University
Many students take online classes at Northern Illinois University. Of 15,414 students, 2,197 (14%) studied exclusively online and 7,937 (51%) took at least some classes online.
Dietetics Rankings at Northern Illinois University
These rankings give you a sense of how Northern Illinois University’s Dietetics program against peer institutions.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Illinois | #2 of 4 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Illinois | #4 of 4 |
| Best Value | Great Lakes (Region) | #6 of 19 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Great Lakes (Region) | #12 of 17 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #24 of 94 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #56 of 87 |
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Illinois | #2 of 4 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Illinois | #4 of 4 |
| Best Value | Great Lakes (Region) | #6 of 19 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Great Lakes (Region) | #12 of 17 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #24 of 94 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #56 of 87 |
Student Demographics & Diversity
Take a look at the composition of Dietetics graduates at Northern Illinois University, by degree type.
Program-wide, Dietetics graduates at Northern Illinois University are 77% women (24) and 23% men (7).
Dietetics Bachelor’s Program at Northern Illinois University
Among the 15 bachelor’s dietetics degrees awarded at Northern Illinois University, 80% were women (12) and 20% were men (3).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Dietetics bachelor’s degree recipients at Northern Illinois University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 9 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 2 |
| Black / African American | 2 |
| Two or More Races | 2 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 40% of Dietetics bachelor’s degree recipients at Northern Illinois University, above the national average of 29%.*
Dietetics Master’s Program at Northern Illinois University
Among the 16 master’s dietetics degrees awarded at Northern Illinois University, 75% were women (12) and 25% were men (4).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Dietetics master’s degree recipients at Northern Illinois University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 12 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 1 |
| Black / African American | 1 |
| Asian | 2 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 25% of Dietetics master’s degree recipients at Northern Illinois University, below the national average of 28%.*
*The racial-ethnic minorities figure is the total number of graduates minus White, international (nonresident), and unknown-race graduates.
Highest-Paying Careers for Dietetics Graduates
Graduates of the Dietetics program at Northern Illinois University pursue many career paths. Below are the best-paid careers for Dietetics graduates, ordered by median annual salary:
| Occupation | Nationwide Median Wage |
|---|---|
| Dietetic Technicians | $137,981 |
| Dietitians and Nutritionists | $125,305 |
References
- IPEDS — Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System
- U.S. Department of Education — College Scorecard
- O*NET Online (Bureau of Labor Statistics)
- National Center for Education Statistics
More about our data sources and methodologies.