Overview

By studying Dietetics at Point Loma Nazarene University, you will discover the nutrient needs for growth and development, learn how to evaluate patients' nutritional and health needs, and hone the ability to prevent and treat many types of conditions and diseases.

Key Features

You will take classes across multiple academic disciplines to understand the basics of how the body’s systems work together to maintain life.

From anatomy, biochemistry, and physiology to advanced courses in nutrition, food science, community health, and more, you will develop skills to effectively assess, develop, and promote healthier lifestyle choices for clients and patients.

Accreditation

PLNU’s DPD program is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Education in Nutrition and Dietetics (ACEND) of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics, 120 South Riverside Plaza, Suite 2190, Chicago, IL 60606, (312) 899-5400. ACEND has established Standards of Education which accredited programs must meet and include knowledge, skill and competency requirements.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Family and Consumer Sciences

Fundamentals of Food

Human Development

Fundamentals of Nutrition

Personal and Consumer Financial Management

Family and Consumer Sciences Research

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-09-02 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-02-15 00:00:00

Language

English

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IELTS

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

San Diego, United States

Disciplines

Nutrition & Dietetics Health Sciences Biochemistry View 1585 other Bachelors in Health Sciences in United States

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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

Submit the Application for Admission

Submit Two Letters of Recommendation (one academic and one spiritual)

Submit Two Essays

Pay the $55 Application Fee Online or by Mail

Send Official Transcripts

Submit Official Proof of English Proficiency

Request a Phone, or Skype Interview (optional but strongly recommended)

Submit bank statement(s) or financial support letters

Tuition Fees

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

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Non-residents

47500 USD / year

≈ 47500 USD / year
Out-of-State

47500 USD / year

≈ 47500 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

47500 USD / year

≈ 47500 USD / year

Living costs

San Diego

United States

1400 - 2455 USD / month

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

Funding

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Scholarships Information

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Overview

Key Features

Accreditation

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

Prepare for Your English Test

Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

Prepare for Your English Test

Other requirements

General requirements

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic

Living costs

San Diego

Funding

Scholarships Information

Available Scholarships

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