The M.S. degree for graduates of didactic programs in dietetics (DPD) is specifically designed for those who choose not to pursue a standard dietetic internship but who wish to complete a coordinated master's degree and supervised practice experience in order to establish eligibility to write the registration examination for dietitians and become a registered dietitian. This curriculum builds upon didactic course work in nutrition and dietetics and culminates with an M.S. degree and a verification statement covering both didactic and supervised practice requirements.
The majority of RDs work in the treatment and prevention of disease (administering medical nutrition therapy, often part of medical teams) in hospitals, HMOs, private practice or other health-care facilities. In addition, a large number of RDs work in community and public health settings and academia and research. A growing number of RDs work in the food and nutrition industry, in business, journalism, sports nutrition, and corporate wellness programs. Reference – AND (Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics) www.eatright.org
Application Deadlines
There are currently no published application deadlines.
Admissions Requirements
Have a bachelor’s degree
Complete program prerequisites
Have a 3.0 G.P.A. or above, in both science and non-science prerequisite courses
Complete an online application
Provide recommendations
Complete an interview
GRA (Graduate Record Exam)
Have a Verification Statement from an ACEND-accredited DPD program
Prerequisites
College Algebra (or higher, i.e., Pre-Calculus, Calculus)
Anatomy and Physiology with Laboratory (complete sequence)
General Chemistry with laboratory (complete sequence)
Microbiology with laboratory
Discipline Accrediting Agency
Accreditation Council for Education in Nutrition and Dietetics (ACEND), 120 South Riverside Plaza, Suite 1920, Chicago, IL 60606-6995, (312) 899-0040, ext 5400. Website: www.eatright.com/ACEND, Fax (312) 899-4817, Email acend@eatright.org
Integrating faith and health
Loma Linda University educates and encourages a balanced life by living our values of humility, compassion, justice, integrity, excellence, freedom and self- control. You will be surrounded by faculty who are committed to healthcare innovation and research while engaging your spirituality.
Expected Cost of Attendance
Academic Year 2021-2022
Year of Program:
Year 1
Year 2
Year 3
Tuition
$28,527
$28,527
$4,626
Fees
$2,772
$3,696
$924
Books & Supplies
$4,100
$2,300
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Instruments
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Misc (e.g., Boards, Licensing exam, Uniforms)
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Total
$35,399
$34,523
$5,550
Notes
The cost of attendance varies from year to year. Please contact the office of Student Finance for up-to-date costs.
Estimated Living Expenses
Academic Year 2021-2022, off campus, with a roommate
Year of Program:
Year 1
Year 2
Year 3
Months enrolled
9
12
3
Room & Board
$13,275
$17,700
$4,425
Transportation
$2,880
$3,840
$960
Personal Expenses
$2,250
$3,000
$750
Notes
Amounts are what a student can apply to borrow for the number of months shown in each academic year based on living off campus with a roommate and not with a relative.
International students need to calculate 12 months of living expenses based on the numbers listed here.
In general, to qualify for financial aid a student must be enrolled at least half time taking degree requirements. Half time is 6 units in a quarter for undergraduate programs and 4 units in a quarter for graduate programs.
