Department of Nutrition Science
Bachelor of Science
Degree Requirements for a Major
Nutrition Students Travel Award
B.S./ADA Dietetic Internship (DI) Application
The growing importance of good nutrition—and the national debate about what that means—makes the field of Nutrition Science more important than ever to public health and well being. With the growing prominence of this science you can play a key role in raising awareness about the effects of diet and nutrition on physical health.
With a degree in Nutrition Science from Sage, you can work in the public or private sector, specialize in an age group or conduct research of your own. Sage will help you make your contribution to this exciting and evolving field.
Sage’s program is registered with the New York State Department of Education and fulfills the competencies mandated by the State Education Department for New York State Certified Dietitian/Nutritionist status.
Program Philosophy
The mission of the Russell Sage College nutrition science program is to provide women with an opportunity to study the foundation knowledge of food science, nutrition, and food service management within a small, private liberal arts environment.
Program Goals
The goal of the nutrition science program at Russell Sage College is to present educational opportunities that will prepare students with knowledge of nutrition, food science and food service management. Students will be provided with learning opportunities to develop the basic knowledge and skills necessary to support quality nutrition service for individuals, groups and communities.
The Associate Degree Transfer
Transfer agreements have been established between the Russell Sage College program, Adirondack Community College, Hudson Valley Community College and Schenectady County Community College. These have been arranged so that students will be able to complete a B.S. in nutrition within four semesters.
Becoming a Registered Dietitian
The R.D. credential is attained upon successful completion of an
examination administered by a branch of the American Dietetic Association.
Only those students who have completed an ADA-accredited internships
may take this examination. While many career opportunities exist
for the B.S. graduate, the additional R.D. credential leads to more
flexible career choices.
Dietetic Internship Program (DI) at The Sage Colleges
The Sage Colleges offers a post-baccalaureate accredited dietetic internship in the Sage Graduate School. Matriculated students are eligible to apply for early admission to Sage's Dietetic Internship (DI). Students chosen for this special program reserve a position in the internship class nearly one year in advance of regular admission. They must maintain an overall GPA of 3.0 and a nutrition coursework GPA of 3.3. Click here for a description of the dietetic internship at Sage.
Accelerated 4+1 B. S. leading to DI
Field Experience
Russell Sage's Capital Region location provides multiple opportunities for students to supplement their learning with field experience. Nutrition majors have worked at the New York State Department of Health, Food & Drug Administration, Cooperative Extension Agency, WIC programs, and local hospitals. Faculty assist students in obtaining these placements.
