Academic Catalog

Master of Science in Nutrition and Dietetics

Department: Family and Consumer Sciences

Graduate Program Director
Teresa Drake

The Department of Family and Consumer Sciences offers a Master of Science in Nutrition and Dietetics degree. The program integrates didactic coursework with supervised experiential learning in a competency-based curriculum that is designed to prepare nutrition and dietetics practitioners for future practice. Successful completion of the program will lead to a master’s degree and students will be eligible to sit for the national registration exam for dietitians.

Mission

The mission of the Bradley University Master of Science in Nutrition and Dietetics Program is to prepare competent, entry-level registered dietitian nutritionists who advocate for equitable and sustainable nutritional health among families and communities.

The Master of Science in Nutrition and Dietetics program has received Accreditation status from the:

Accreditation Council for Education in Nutrition and Dietetics (ACEND)
120 South Riverside Plaza, Suite 2190
Chicago, IL 60606-6995
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Program Goals

  1. Graduates are prepared for careers as registered dietitian nutritionists.
  2. Graduates are prepared to advocate for equitable and sustainable nutritional health among families and communities.

Admission Requirements

Admission into the Master of Science in Nutrition and Dietetics Program requires a GPA of 3.0. Admissions will also be based upon the program application forms, which includes a personal statement, official transcripts, and letters of recommendation. Please see the program website for details.

  • Must have a bachelor's degree
  • Prerequisites (Must be completed prior to admission or with conditional admission where students must complete coursework at Bradley prior to starting program):
    • Anatomy and Physiology (minimum of 6 hours)
    • Introductory Nutrition (minimum of 3 hours)
    • Food Manager Certification (ServSafe or equivalent)
    • Medical terminology (or ability to pass exam prior to admission)

Admission to the program is contingent upon admission by Graduate and International Admissions. . Admissions criteria for Graduate Education can be viewed on Bradley University's Graduate Catalog.