Compare to Similar Programs in Virginia

Foods, Nutrition, bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Virginia (4 total in state)

SchoolEarnings (1yr)Earnings (4yr)Median DebtDebt/Earnings
Bridgewater College
Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University$25,414$58,692$25,0000.98
James Madison University$24,860$53,227$19,0000.76
National Median$32,286$25,2560.78

Other Foods, Nutrition, Programs in Virginia

Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Virginia schools

SchoolIn-State TuitionEarnings (1yr)Debt
Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University
Blacksburg
$15,478$25,414$25,000
James Madison University
Harrisonburg
$13,576$24,860$19,000

About This Data

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (October 2025 release)

Population: Graduates who received federal financial aid (Title IV grants or loans). At Bridgewater College, approximately 29% of students receive Pell grants. Students who did not receive federal aid are not included in these figures.

Earnings: Median earnings from IRS W-2 data for graduates who are employed and not enrolled in further education, measured 1 year after completion. Earnings are pre-tax and include wages, salaries, and self-employment income.

Debt: Median cumulative federal loan debt at graduation. Does not include private loans or Parent PLUS loans borrowed on behalf of students.