The Master of Public Health in Nutrition (With a coordinated program in dietetics) enables students to meet the didactic (classes) and supervised practice (rotation hours) requirements to be eligible to take the RDN exam. The purpose of the Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) credential is to protect the health, safety, and welfare of the public by encouraging high standards of performance by persons practicing nutrition and dietetics. Upon completion of the degree, students may sit for the RDN exam.
2.33 years (nine [9] academic quarters) — based on full-time enrollment; part-time permitted
Possible Careers
Public Health Nutrition (Local, State, Federal)
Nutrition Educator
Public Health Nutritionist
Department Director
Clinical Nutrition
Clinical Dietitian – In-patient, Out-patient
Clinical Manager
Nutritional Services Director
Private Practice & Consulting
Corporate Wellness
Sports Nutrition
Food Service & Manufacturing
School District Nutritional Services Director
School District Nutrition Specialist
Hospital Food Service Manager
Product development RDN
Supermarket RDN
Research & Education
Research Dietitian
Instructor
Professor
Admissions Requirements
A baccalaureate degree or equivalent from an institutionally accredited college or university, with a G.P.A. of 3.0 or above on a 4.0 scale.
The GRE is not required for applicants who meet the admissions criteria. If an applicant does not meet the minimum G.P.A. requirements, the GRE is required in order for the application to be considered. Applicant may be interviewed by program director and/or faculty.
At least three academic and/or employer references.
As part of the application process, applicants may be invited to participate in our interview process.
Religious affiliation is not a requirement; but students are expected to adhere to on-campus requirements of modest dress, abstinence from alcohol and smoking, and attendance at weekly chapel.
Prerequisites
General chemistry
Organic chemistry
Microbiology
Anatomy and physiology
Human nutrition or equivalent
Discipline Accrediting Agency
The Nutrition (Coordinated Program in Nutrition and Dietetics), MPH, offered by the School of Public Health is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Education in Nutrition and Dietetics (ACEND) of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics (AND). Contact: The Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics, 120 South Riverside Plaza, Suite 1920, Chicago, IL 60606-6995, (800) 877-1600, orhttps://www.eatrightpro.org/acend.
Integrating faith and health
Loma Linda University educates and encourages a balanced life by living our values of humility, compassion, justice, integrity, excellence, freedom and self- control. You will be surrounded by faculty who are committed to healthcare innovation and research while engaging your spirituality.
Expected Cost of Attendance
The following estimated cost of attendance is based on full-time attendance for the number of months enrolled per academic year. Estimated amounts may vary based on a number of factors. Students may use these estimates when applying for financial aid.
Required Program Costs
Academic Year 2024-2025
Year of Program Months Enrolled
Year 1 9
Year 2 12
Year 3 6
Tuition & Fees
$40,455
$46,340
$20,490
Books, Materials, Supplies & Equipment Allowance (May or may not be purchased through the school)
$1,900
$2,000
0
Other Educational Costs
Non-required costs that can be funded with scholarships/loans.
Year of Program Months Enrolled
Year 1 9
Year 2 12
Year 3 6
Living Expense (Food & Housing Allowance) Students will be assigned one of the following Living Expense Budget Options:
On Campus Dorm
$11,835
$15,780
$7,890
LLU Owned Rental Property
$18,900
$25,200
$12,600
LLU Owned Rental w/ Dependents
$19,800
$26,400
$13,200
Undergraduate Dependent w/ Parents
$7,200
$9,600
$4,800
Off Campus
$18,900
$25,200
$12,600
Transportation Allowance
$3,150
$4,200
$2,100
Miscellaneous Personal Expenses
$3,150
$4,200
$1,800
Federal Student Loan Fees
$348
$392
$348
Cost of Obtaining Professional License
0
0
0
Dependent Care (See Budget Revision Request form)
Available upon Request
Disability-Related Expenses (See Budget Revision Request form)
Available upon Request
Notes
Estimated amounts are for the academic year specified only. Amounts are based on full-time attendance for the number of months enrolled per academic year. International students need to calculate 12 months of living expenses based on these amounts.
Amounts are expected to increase each year consistent with inflation in the professional education sector.
To qualify for financial aid, most students must be enrolled at least half time in an aid eligible program and be taking degree requirements. Half time is 6 units in a quarter for undergraduate programs and 4 units in a quarter for graduate programs.