This degree program offers a highly multidisciplinary education designed to prepare students for careers and advanced training in health and biomedical fields. By integrating coursework in human physiology, nutrition, pathophysiology, pharmacology, biochemistry, organic chemistry, biology, and the social and behavioral sciences, students gain a comprehensive understanding of the biological, behavioral, and environmental determinants of human health and disease.

The Nutrition and Exercise Physiology program spans two academic units—the College of Agriculture, Food, and Natural Resources and the School of Medicine—providing students with access to a diverse network of faculty, researchers, clinical expertise, and state-of-the-art resources from both disciplines. This collaborative structure enhances students’ educational experiences through interdisciplinary mentoring and exposure to both basic and applied health sciences.

Graduates of the program are well prepared for a wide range of health-related professional schools, including medicine (allopathic and osteopathic), dentistry, pharmacy, and physician assistant programs, as well as graduate study in biomedical or translational sciences.

The program also offers substantial undergraduate research opportunities. Students are encouraged to engage in faculty-mentored research and may apply for paid undergraduate research internships that span the academic year. These experiences allow students to develop critical thinking, research, and professional skills that strengthen their preparation for graduate and professional training.