Overview

In the James Madison University Didactic Program in Dietetics, students use creativity in learning from classroom and service-learning experiences, simulated skills practice, case studies, computer applications, and problem-solving and decision-making projects. You will gain research experience real-life experiences by completing a hospital-based practicum covering all aspects of the dietetics practice.

Key Features

As a dietetics major, students will complete coursework requirements to pursue careers in nutrition and dietetics and will be exposed to all facets of this dynamic profession.

Students interested in earning the Registered Dietitian Nutritionist credential should plan to meet the experience requirements for registered dietitian status by completing a dietetic internship (DI). The Didactic Program in Dietetics (DPD) offered through the Professional program concentration at JMU is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Education in Nutrition and Dietetics of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics.

Students earn a verification upon completion of the Professional concentration for dietetic internship eligibility. The Pre-Professional program concentration is a foundation for students pursuing health profession graduate programs.

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Nutrition

Dietitian

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Human Physiology

General Chemistry

General Chemistry Laboratory

Medical Terminology

Nutrition for Wellness

Nutrition Practice

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-20 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-06-01 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2027-01-20 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-10-01 00:00:00 , International

More details

Fall deadline for national students: January 15

Language

English

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Harrisonburg, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

Submitted online application

Official transcripts (complete and original copy, in English)

Proof of English language proficiency (non-native speakers)

One letter of recommendation

Copies of your temporary visa documents

Financial certification form

$70 Application Fee

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

31906 USD / year

≈ 31906 USD / year
Out-of-State

31906 USD / year

≈ 31906 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

14300 USD / year

≈ 14300 USD / year

Living costs

Harrisonburg

United States

1050 - 1715 USD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

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Language

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Credits

Delivered

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Academic requirements

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General requirements

Tuition Fees

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Living costs

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