Overview

The Nutrition and Dietetics B.S. at Saint Louis University provides a rigorous interdisciplinary education that blends biological sciences with practical culinary applications. This programme is designed to transform students into food and nutrition experts capable of promoting healthy lifestyles and preventing chronic diseases. By integrating a "food as medicine" philosophy, the curriculum ensures graduates are well-prepared for diverse roles in the evolving healthcare landscape.

Why Nutrition and Dietetics at Saint Louis University?

Saint Louis University boasts a legacy of over 90 years in dietetics education, fostering a community dedicated to nutritional truth and social responsibility. Students benefit from the Fresh Gatherings Café and Farm, an on-campus urban orchard and student-run dining facility that serves as a modern culinary lab. This unique environment allows for hands-on experience in preparing scratch-made meals using locally grown ingredients. Additionally, the Doisy College of Health Sciences provides state-of-the-art facilities, including specialized culinary labs and simulated medical suites for clinical observation.

Tuition Fee Breakdown

International fee: USD 28480 per semester
National fee: USD 28480 per semester
Local fee: USD 28480 per semester

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Syllabus

The curriculum offers a strong foundation in both clinical nutrition and the culinary arts. Modules may include:

Contemporary Issues in Food and Nutrition
Nutrition Across the Lifespan
Principles of Food Preparation
Cultural Aspects of Food
World Cuisines
Baking and Pastry
Food Science
Medical Nutrition Therapy
Food Systems Management

Careers with Nutrition and Dietetics

Graduates of the programme are equipped to pursue various professional pathways in health and wellness. Many students progress toward becoming Registered Dietitian Nutritionists (RDNs), working in clinical settings such as hospitals and private practices. The degree also serves as an excellent foundation for those entering medical school or physician assistant programmes. Career opportunities extend to diverse sectors, including:

Community and public health organisations
Sports nutrition and corporate wellness centres
Food service management and industry research
Nutrition journalism and private consultancy
Sustainable food systems and culinary medicine

Programme Structure

Courses included:

General Biology: Information Flow and Evolution

Medical Microbiology

General Chemistry

Organic Chemistry

Principles of Biochemistry

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-08-19 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-04-01 00:00:00

More details

SLU will continue accepting applications while space is available.

Language

English

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IELTS

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Credits

123 SCH

123-145

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Saint Louis, United States
Madrid, Spain

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

2.7

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Minimum cumulative GPA of 2.70 on a 4.00 scale
Complete an online application.

If you are applying to enter SLU as a first-time, freshman student, we’ll also ask you to complete an essay.

There is no application fee to apply for undergraduate admission to SLU.

Send transcripts of all secondary work.

Submit proof of your English language proficiency.

These are scores from any standardized test you may have taken to prepare for college- TOEFL, IELTS, PTE, SAT, ACT or Duolingo score. All of our international applicants are required to demonstrate their English proficiency, and these tests can help us make that determination.

If you do not meet SLU’s direct entry requirements, we encourage you to apply to the Pathway or English Language programs offered by INTO Saint Louis University.

Tuition Fees

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

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Applies to you

Non-residents

56960 USD / year

≈ 56960 USD / year
Out-of-State

56960 USD / year

≈ 56960 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

56960 USD / year

≈ 56960 USD / year

Living costs

Saint Louis

United States

1015 - 1530 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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Spain
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