Overview

At Nutrition and Food Sciences from California State University Chico substantial laboratory work, plus complementary courses in mathematics and physics, provide an excellent background for careers in a wide range of areas in science and academia, as well as preparation for professional schools, especially in medicine, dentistry, and pharmacy.

Career Outlook

A bachelor's degree in Chemistry from California State University Chico is the minimum requirement for starting a career as a chemist or biochemist. Graduate training is necessary for most research and college teaching positions. Nearly two-fifths of all chemists and biochemists are involved in research and development, extending scientific knowledge and creating new products in industries including pharmaceuticals and biotechnology. Others work in manufacturing, in chemical analysis, in forensics, in environmental laboratories, as professors in colleges and universities, as consultants in industry and government agencies, and as marketing or sales representatives.

Growth in demand for industrial products (plastics, man-made fibers, pharmaceuticals, and fertilizers), the recognition of the need for pollution control, and improved health care programs will increase opportunities for chemists and biochemists. So will developing technologies for a net-zero emissions energy future.

Larger enrollments in chemistry education in the future will increase the need for chemists and biochemists to teach at universities and community colleges. In addition, there is an acute statewide and nationwide shortage of high school chemistry teachers. Our department is one of the only eight in the entire CSU system to have a degree program for future chemistry teachers approved by the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing. Plus, our campus has financial incentives for future science teachers that can pay for most of your college expenses.

Programme Structure

Courses included:

Principles of Cellular and Molecular Biology

Genetics

Microbiology

Medical Bacteriology

Physical Chemistry

Biochemistry

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-26 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-05-01 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2027-01-21 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-08-01 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2026-09-30 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2027-08-26 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-12-15 00:00:00 , National

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Language

English

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Chico, United States

Disciplines

Nutrition & Dietetics Food Science View 454 other Bachelors in Nutrition & Dietetics in United States

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Academic requirements

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General requirements

Completion of a university-preparatory secondary/high school program with a 3.0 (B in the U.S. system) or "Very Good" GPA

University-preparatory mathematics courses including beginning algebra, geometry, and intermediate algebra. All must have passing grades (C or better, or the equivalent)

Must have English Proficiency

The SAT/ACT test is not required for admission. Although not required, higher-level test scores may allow you to be placed into higher level English and/or Math courses

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

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Non-residents

39104 USD / year

≈ 39104 USD / year
Out-of-State

39104 USD / year

≈ 39104 USD / year
Domestic

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In-State

17792 USD / year

≈ 17792 USD / year

Living costs

Chico

United States

1100 - 1600 USD / month

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