Program Overview

Department of Dietetics and Nutrition

The Department of Dietetics and Nutrition offers various programs, including:

• Dual Master's Degree/Dietetic Internship Program
• Dietetic Internship Graduate Certificate
• Master of Science in Dietetics and Nutrition
• Online Master's Program
• Dietetics and Integrative Medicine Graduate Certificate
• Doctor of Clinical Nutrition
• Ph.D. in Medical Nutrition Science

Academics

The Doctor of Clinical Nutrition program requires 48 total credit hours. The number of semesters depends on the student's individual plan of study.

Program Details

• Program Mission and Goals
• Program Accreditation
• Curriculum & Degree Requirements
• Eligibility and Requirements
• How to Apply
• Costs and Financial Aid
• Technical Standards
• Frequently Asked Questions
• Student Handbook

Research

The department has several research laboratories, including:

• Christifano Research Laboratory
• Maternal and Child Nutrition and Development Laboratory
• Nutrition Education and Literacy
• Sullivan Nutrition Assessment Laboratory
• Brain Nutrition Lab

Patient Care

The department offers patient care services through the Nutrition Clinic.

Career Paths

The department provides information on career paths, including:

• What is a Dietitian?
• Which Degree is Right for Me?

About

The department has a history and is composed of faculty and staff.

Doctor of Clinical Nutrition

The Doctor of Clinical Nutrition program is an online program that requires students to be physically present in the United States to complete the degree requirements.

Frequently Asked Questions

• I reside outside of the United States. Since your doctoral program is online, can I enroll? This program requires students to be physically present in the United States to complete the degree requirements.
• How long is the program? The Doctor of Clinical Nutrition requires 48 total credit hours. The number of semesters depends on the student's individual plan of study.
• Can I attend an open house or arrange a campus visit? Yes, the department would love to share more about the program.
• How much does the Doctor of Clinical Nutrition cost? The estimated program costs can be found on the tuition and fees page.
• Is financial aid available? Yes, financial aid is available for degree-seeking students.