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
Quarter
Application Open
Priority Deadline
Final Deadline
Autumn of 2021
Nov 30, 2020
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May 31, 2021
Admissions Requirements
Have a 3.0 G.P.A or above
Complete an online application
Complete an interview
Have a CDR registration card
Discipline Accrediting Agency
Loma Linda University is regionally accredited by Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC) Accrediting Commission for Senior Colleges and Universities.
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
Tuition
$37,008
Fees
$3,696
Books & Supplies
$3,800
Instruments
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Misc (e.g., Boards, Licensing exam, Uniforms)
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Total
$44,504
Notes
Expected costs for the 2021-2022 academic year are based on full time attendance. From year to year, increases are anticipated consistent with inflation in the professional education sector.
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
Months enrolled
12
Room & Board
$17,700
Transportation
$3,840
Personal Expenses
$3,000
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.
