Alternative Program Name
Dietetics
Program Description
The Master of Public Health in Nutrition (With a coordinated program in dietetics) enables students to meet the didactic (classes) and supervised practice (rotation hours) requirements to be eligible to take the RDN exam. The purpose of the Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) credential is to protect the health, safety, and welfare of the public by encouraging high standards of performance by persons practicing nutrition and dietetics. Upon completion of the degree, students may sit for the RDN exam.|
Program Length
2.33 years (nine [9] academic quarters) — based on full-time enrollment; part-time permitted
Possible Careers
Public Health Nutrition (Local, State, Federal)
- Nutrition Educator
- Public Health Nutritionist
- Department Director
Clinical Nutrition
- Clinical Dietitian – In-patient, Out-patient
- Clinical Manager
- Nutritional Services Director
Private Practice & Consulting
- Corporate Wellness
Sports Nutrition
Food Service & Manufacturing
- School District Nutritional Services Director
- School District Nutrition Specialist
- Hospital Food Service Manager
- Product development RDN
- Supermarket RDN
Research & Education
- Research Dietitian
- Instructor
- Professor
Application Deadlines
| Quarter | Application Open | Priority Deadline | Final Deadline |
|---|---|---|---|
| Autumn of 2025 | Sep 1, 2024 | — | Jan 31, 2025 |
Admissions Requirements
- A baccalaureate degree or equivalent from an institutionally accredited college or university, with a G.P.A. of 3.0 or above on a 4.0 scale.
- The GRE is not required for applicants who meet the admissions criteria. If an applicant does not meet the minimum G.P.A. requirements, the GRE is required in order for the application to be considered. Applicant may be interviewed by program director and/or faculty.
- At least three academic and/or employer references.
- As part of the application process, applicants may be invited to participate in our interview process.
- Religious affiliation is not a requirement; but students are expected to adhere to on-campus requirements of modest dress, abstinence from alcohol and smoking, and attendance at weekly chapel.
Prerequisites
- General chemistry
- Organic chemistry
- Microbiology
- Anatomy and physiology
- Human nutrition or equivalent
Discipline Accrediting Agency
The Nutrition (Coordinated Program in Nutrition and Dietetics), MPH, offered by the School of Public Health is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Education in Nutrition and Dietetics (ACEND) of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics (AND). Contact: The Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics, 120 South Riverside Plaza, Suite 1920, Chicago, IL 60606-6995, (800) 877-1600, or .
Expected Cost of Attendance
The following estimated cost of attendance is based on full-time attendance for the number of months enrolled per academic year. Estimated amounts may vary based on a number of factors. Students may use these estimates when applying for financial aid.
Required Program Costs
Academic Year 2024-2025
Other Educational Costs
Non-required costs that can be funded with scholarships/loans.
Notes
- Estimated amounts are for the academic year specified only. Amounts are based on full-time attendance for the number of months enrolled per academic year. International students need to calculate 12 months of living expenses based on these amounts.
- Amounts are expected to increase each year consistent with inflation in the professional education sector.
- To qualify for financial aid, most students must be enrolled at least half time in an aid eligible program and be taking degree requirements. Half time is 6 units in a quarter for undergraduate programs and 4 units in a quarter for graduate programs.