Cheapest Nutrition Sciences Colleges in Minnesota

The University of Minnesota-Twin Cities delivers the state's most affordable Nutrition Sciences education at $17,139 net cost, nearly $4,000 less than the next cheapest option. This significant savings comes with strong career preparation for Minnesota's healthcare sector, where employers like Mayo Clinic and UnitedHealth actively recruit nutrition professionals. While private colleges in the state charge net costs reaching $28,065, the Twin Cities campus maintains its value proposition with an 84.80% graduation rate and direct connections to the state's medical research community.

Programs

$17,139 – $28,065

Net Price Range

$36,755

Avg. Program Earnings

76.1%

Avg. Graduation Rate

5 Nutrition Sciences Programs

Program rankings
#	School	Net Price	In-State Tuition	Graduation Rate	Acceptance Rate
1	University of Minnesota-Twin Cities Minneapolis, Minnesota	$17,139	$16,488	84.8%	74.9%
2	St Catherine University Saint Paul, Minnesota	$21,563	$49,758	65.1%	92.5%
3	Concordia College at Moorhead Moorhead, Minnesota	$25,651	$30,020	71.8%	65.5%
4	Saint Johns University Collegeville, Minnesota	$27,018	$53,942	75.7%	86.2%
5	College of Saint Benedict Saint Joseph, Minnesota	$28,065	$53,884	83.0%	87.8%

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes University of Minnesota-Twin Cities so much cheaper than other nutrition programs?

As a public university, UMN-Twin Cities benefits from state funding that keeps net costs at $17,139 compared to private alternatives ranging from $21,563 to $28,065. The school also offers extensive need-based aid and the Minnesota State Grant program helps reduce costs further for qualifying residents.

How do graduation rates compare across Minnesota's nutrition programs?

Graduation rates span from 65.10% at St Catherine University to 84.80% at University of Minnesota-Twin Cities. The College of Saint Benedict achieves 83% despite charging $28,065 net cost, while mid-range options like Concordia College at Moorhead maintain 71.80% completion rates.

Where do nutrition science graduates typically find work in Minnesota?

Minnesota's healthcare sector, anchored by Mayo Clinic and major insurers like UnitedHealth, creates strong demand for nutrition professionals. Early career earnings range from $34,603 to $38,906, with opportunities spanning clinical nutrition, corporate wellness, and food industry research roles throughout the Twin Cities metro area.

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Net price reflects the average cost after grants and scholarships for first-time, full-time students. See our methodology for details.