The Department of Human Sciences and Design was established at Baylor University in 1933 and offers six majors.

The mission of the Nutrition Sciences Didactic Program at Baylor University is to provide a high-quality general dietetic education in a Christian environment, equipping graduates to be qualified to enter an accredited dietetic internship program necessary to become Registered Dietitians. Graduates will be prepared to work in a variety of positions that address the food, nutritional and health needs of families, individuals and communities in local and global environments.

The Department of Wellness provides health education programs that help Baylor students develop healthy lifestyles and cultivate a culture of wellness on campus through knowledge and behavior change.

Assist students in obtaining quality psychological services and counseling appropriate to their needs, including individual and group therapy and assessment services.