4.5 (6) Read 5 reviews
Overview
The Master of Science in Nutrition and Dietetics at Northern Illinois University is designed to prepare students interested in community nutrition to work as registered dietitians in a variety of public and private health organizations in county, state, and government agencies or as patient-care dietitians in hospitals and other health care settings. The program also prepares students to continue their studies in doctoral programs.
Admission
Applicants are required to have completed a Didactic Program in Dietetics (DPD). Post-baccalaureate students who do not have DPD verification may earn this credential by consulting with the NIU undergraduate DPD director to determine the required course work needed to fulfill DPD verification. To earn DPD verification through NIU, post-baccalaureate students must complete a minimum of 9 semester hours at NIU with a grade of B or better. Note that the post-baccalaureate students who complete DPD requirements at NIU may be eligible for a second bachelor of science degree. Consult with the College of Health and Human Sciences undergraduate academic adviser for degree requirements.
Programme Structure
Courses included:- Educational Statistics
- Biostatistics in Public Health
- Biostatistical Analysis
- Ethical Decision Making for Health Professionals
- Health Economics for Health Services Managers
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 24 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- Starting
- Apply before , National
-
- Starting
- Apply before , National
- Apply before , International
-
- Starting
- Apply before , National
- Apply before , International
-
Language
English
IELTS 6.5
PTE Academic 53
TOEFL® IBT 80
Credits
32 SCH
Delivered
On Campus
Disciplines
Public Health Nutrition & Dietetics View 372 other Masters in Nutrition & Dietetics in United StatesAcademic requirements
GPA 2.75
English requirements
IELTS 6.5
PTE Academic 53
TOEFL® IBT 80
Other requirements
General requirements
- Completed a four-year undergraduate degree from a regionally accredited institution or one with equivalent recognition.
- Achieved a 2.75 grade point average on a 4.00 scale, or the equivalent.
- If you received a three-year degree awarded through the Bologna process in Europe or a three-year Bachelor of Commerce or Bachelor of Business Administration awarded in India, you are eligible to apply (provided you are seeking admission to the MBA or OMIS program).
- Transcripts
- Letters of recommendation.
- Statement of purpose.
- Test scores (if required).
- Resume or curriculum vitae (optional)
- Additional materials required by your program.
Tuition Fee
To alway see correct tuition fees
-
International
13968 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 873 USD per credit during 24 months. -
National
8064 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 504 USD per credit during 24 months. -
In-State
8064 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 504 USD per credit during 24 months.
Living costs for DeKalb
1100 - 1500 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.
Improve page content