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Overview
About this Degree
As a Dietetics major students will complete coursework requirements to become a generalist in dietetics and will be exposed to all facets of this dynamic profession. Following the completion of the program in dietetics, students should plan to meet the experience requirements for registered dietitian status by completing a dietetic internship (DI). The Didactic Program in Dietetics (DPD) at JMU is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Education in Nutrition and Dietetics of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics.
Students at James Madison University will study a wide variety of subjects including food and nutrition science, chemistry, physiology, anatomy and microbiology that will prepare them for meeting the requirements to become a registered dietitian. Registered dietitians work in a wide variety of employment settings including health care, business and industry, community/public health, education, research, government agencies and private practice.
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- Human Physiology
- General Chemistry
- General Chemistry Laboratories
- Medical Terminology
- Elementary Statistics
- Basic Food Preparation Skills
- Nutrition for Wellness
- U.S. Government
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 48 months
Start dates & application deadlines
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Language
English
IELTS 6.5
TOEFL® IBT 80
Credits
120 SCH
Delivered
On Campus
Disciplines
Nutrition & Dietetics Health Administration Health Sciences View 491 other Bachelors in Nutrition & Dietetics in United StatesAcademic requirements
GPA 2.25
English requirements
IELTS 6.5
TOEFL® IBT 80
Other requirements
General requirements
- Successful completion of the equivalent of a US secondary education
- Minimal 2.25 GPA (Grade Point Average) - equivalent to 77-79% or a 'C+' average
- Diploma or certification of graduation from High School in your home country
- Undergraduate applicants who intend to major in theater, dance, music and studio art must also submit a portfolio and/or arrange an audition.
Tuition Fee
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International
24386 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 12193 USD per semester during 48 months. -
National
24386 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 12193 USD per semester during 48 months. -
In-State
7460 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 3730 USD per semester during 48 months.
Living costs for Harrisonburg
1050 - 1715 USD /month
Living costs
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
Studyportals Tip: Students can search online for independent or external scholarships that can help fund their studies. Check the scholarships to see whether you are eligible to apply. Many scholarships are either merit-based or needs-based.
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