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— College of Allied Health Professions — Academics — Our Programs — Medical Nutrition — Doctor of Nutrition and Dietetics — Admission Requirements

Admission Requirements

Applicants must be pre-approved for enrollment in the Doctor of Nutrition and Dietetics program. The following admission requirements must be met prior to matriculation in the program:

Credentialed as a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist
2 years of post-credential experience + Masters degree OR 4 years of post-credential experience + Bachelors degree

The program does not award credit for prior learning experiences.

Applicants will be considered without regard to age, sex, race, color, national origin, religion, political beliefs, or disability.

Students need to possess computer operating system skills and have easy access to a computer with a high-speed Internet connection and up-to-date software. To review the full list of specifications, see Computer Requirements.

Deadlines

Admit Terms	Application Opens	Application Deadline
Spring 2025 (Jan-May) Application	June 26, 2024	November 15, 2024
Fall 2025 (Aug-Dec) Application	June 26, 2024	June 15, 2025

How to Apply