Program Description

One year of graduate coursework plus supervised practice following successful completion of two years of undergraduate coursework.

PROGRAM GOALS
  1. Prepare graduates to be competent entry-level dietitians who are eligible to write the Registration Examination for Dietitians.
  2. Prepare graduates who are servant leaders in their chosen profession.
  3. Provide professionally trained Registered Dietitians with either an emphasis in medical nutrition therapy or public health nutrition who may be employed by the healthcare and educational systems of the Seventh-day Adventist Church, or local, national, or international entities.

PROGRAM OUTCOMES
Pass rate of first-time test takers on the registration examination. Over a five-year period, the pass rate for CP graduates taking the registration examination for the first time will be at least 80%. Students enrolled in the professional courses in the third year of a bachelor-level CP or first year of a graduate level CP that are expected to complete program/degree requirements within 150% of the time planned for completion. Over a five-year period, 70% or more of CP graduates who sought employment in dietetics will be employed within three months of program completion. Program graduates will become servant leaders in their profession roles

Application Deadlines

Not eligible for direct application.

See Nutrition and Dietetics, Coordinated Program (BS & MS), BS for application deadlines.

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Program Length

1 year graduate coursework (after completion of undergraduate requirements).

Possible Careers

Registered Dietitian Nutritionists (RDNs) work in a variety of settings such as hospitals/healthcare facilities, private practice, community and public health settings, sports nutrition, corporate wellness programs, food indus­try, academic institutions, and research and development.

Application Deadlines

Quarter: Summer of 2025
Application Open: September 1, 2024 
Final Deadline: January 31, 2025

Admissions Requirements

For admissions requirements, see Nutrition and Dietetics, Coordinated Program (BS & MS), BS.

Prerequisites

For prerequisites, see Nutrition and Dietetics, Coordinated Program (BS & MS), BS.

Discipline Accrediting Agency

These programs are currently granted continuing accreditation by the Commission on Accreditation for Dietetics Education of the American Dietetic Association. 120 South Riverside Plaza, Suite 2000, Chicago IL 60606-6995, (312) 899-0040, ext 5400. Website: www.eatright.com/CADE, Fax: (312) 899-4817, Email: [email protected].
Integrating faith and health
Integrating faith and health
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 2026-2027

Year of Program
Months Enrolled 		Year 1
12
Tuition & Fees $48,586
Books, Materials, Supplies & Equipment Allowance
(May or may not be purchased through the school) 		$1,350

Other Educational Costs

Non-required costs that can be funded with scholarships/loans.

Year of Program
Months Enrolled 		Year 1
12
Living Expense (Food & Housing Allowance)
Students will be assigned one of the following Living Expense Budget Options:
  • On Campus Dorm
    		•  $16,596
  • LLU Owned Rental Property
    		•  $29,256
  • LLU Owned Rental w/ Dependents
    		• $29,916
  • Undergraduate Dependent w/ Parents
    		•  $10,200
  • Off Campus
    		•  $29,256
    Transportation Allowance $4,200
    Miscellaneous Personal Expenses $4,380
    Federal Student Loan Fees $217
    Cost of Obtaining Professional License $250
    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.
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