Nutrition Sciences at University of Hawaii at Manoa

UH Manoa's Nutrition Sciences bachelor's outperforms most programs nationally, with first-year earnings of $37,993 placing graduates in the 95th percentile—about $7,500 above the national median for this degree. However, the small sample size (under 30 graduates) means these figures could shift significantly year to year, and as the only program of its kind in Hawaii, there's limited in-state comparison data to validate these outcomes.

The debt load of $22,639 translates to a manageable 0.60 ratio to first-year earnings, slightly better than the national norm. Earnings grow steadily to $42,604 by year four, suggesting graduates build marketable skills that translate to career advancement. For Hawaii's relatively high cost of living, these numbers provide a workable foundation, though families should recognize that nutrition sciences careers typically don't command premium salaries even with strong performance.

The real question is sample reliability. With fewer than 30 graduates tracked, a handful of unusually successful or struggling students could dramatically skew these figures. If your child is committed to nutrition sciences and wants to stay in Hawaii, this program shows promise—but verify these outcomes with the university's career services office and ask for more detailed placement data before banking on these results.