Dietetics, B.S.

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         Dietetics, B.S.: 3-year sequence  , 4-year sequence  

This program has an accelerated (UG+GR) option, allowing eligible students to begin their master’s degree while completing their bachelor’s degree. For more information and how to apply, see our Accelerated Programs (UG+GR) information page.    

Introduction

The Dietetics program prepares graduates for careers in clinical and administrative dietetics, community and public health nutrition, corporate wellness, and nutrition education as well as for opportunities in the food services, business and industry.

The Dietetics program is currently granted approval status by the Commission on Accreditation for Dietetics Education of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics. Completing the Didactic Program in dietetics and the baccalaureate degree meets minimum academic requirements for AND membership and can be used as one of the steps toward registration eligibility. The B.S. degree in Dietetics is a first step toward becoming a registered dietitian (RD).

The dietetic student receives an education with an emphasis on the following sciences: physical and biological; behavioral and social; communication and professional. With this background, the student can move toward the community and business management of nutritional health, food service, and dietetic practices that include nutrition counseling and medical nutritional therapy.

General Requirements
Bachelor of Science Degree

Supervised work experience must be obtained through participation in the Practicum courses.

Students must attain a grade point of 2.0 or better in each of the General Education and Major Studies courses. (All transferred credits will meet this program requirement.) A 2.75 or greater grade point average is required for graduation. A minimum grade of B (3.0) is required in FN 212  . Courses marked with an asterisk (*) are repeatable only once, and require a cumulative grade point average of 2.50.