Thank you for your interest in our Nutrition degree programs.
At Loma Linda University, we understand how important it is for you to select a program that fits your unique needs while providing you with the confidence that you are receiving a quality education that prepares you for a career in public health.
We offer three degree programs in the area of Nutrition; MS, MPH-RD, PhD.
Welcome to Nutrition at LLUSPH. Now accepting applications for Fall 2019.
Nutrition degree programs
PROGRAM DESCRIPTION
The M.S. in Nutrition at the School of Public Health is designed to provide students with advanced training in nutrition through both course work and research. Research opportunities are diverse and may cover areas of biochemical, physiological, behavioral or community nutrition. The program offers a variety of courses with emphasis on the role of vegetarian dietary practices in human health and the environment.
PROGRAM LENGTH
1.3 to 2 years (5 to 8 quarters)
POSSIBLE CAREERS
The M.S. in Nutrition prepares students to pursue advanced degrees, or to seek leadership roles in their careers as health practitioners. Successful completion of the M.S. will enable students to obtain employment in academia, the government or the food industry.
ADMISSIONS REQUIREMENTS
Bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited institution, transcripts from all universities attended, three letters of reference, and official GRE scores (note: if your cumulative undergraduate GPA is a 3.2 or higher, the GRE requirement can be waived).
PREREQUISITES
Basic nutrition, General chemistry through organic chemistry, Microbiology, and Physiology
PROGRAM DESCRIPTION
The Master of Public Health in Nutrition and Dietetics enables students to meet the didactic and supervised practice requirements for registration eligibility in dietetics. The purpose of registration is to protect the health, safety, and welfare of the public by encouraging high standards of performance by persons practicing in nutrition and dietetics. Upon completion of the degree, students may sit for the RD exam.
PROGRAM LENGTH
POSSIBLE CAREERS
Dietitians and Nutritionists work in hospitals, nursing care facilities, outpatient care centers, cafeterias offices of physicians, and non-profit organizations. Career titles are: Clinical Dietician, Management Dietician, Emergency Nutrition Advisor, Urban Health, and Nutrition Manager
ADMISSIONS REQUIREMENTS
Bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited institution, transcripts from all universities attended, three letters of reference, and official GRE scores (note: if your cumulative undergraduate GPA is a 3.2 or higher, the GRE requirement can be waived).
PREREQUISITES
- General Chemistry
- Organic chemistry
- Microbiology
- 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 Accrediation 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, or https://www.eatrightpro.org/acend.
PROGRAM DESCRIPTION
The Nutrition, PhD degree program will provide the advanced knowledge, skills, and competencies required to meet the increasing needs of public health nutrition in the areas of program management, leadership, and research. The program offers training for a career where advanced analytical and conceptual capabilities are required - teaching, research, consultation, and top-level administration. Student research and the dissertation are key components in developing critical thinking related to public health nutrition. Traditionally, research in the Department of Nutrition has focused on the roles plant-based dietary practices play in the health and disease status of individuals.
PROGRAM LENGTH
3 to 5 years (12 to 20 quarters)
POSSIBLE CAREERS
Nutritional Consultant, University Professor, Nutrition Programming Director
ADMISSIONS REQUIREMENTS
Master's degree in epidemiology or in a related field from a regionally accredited institution, transcripts from all universities attended, three letters of reference, official GRE scores (scores in the 40th percentile and above in each of the three sections is favorable), GPA of 3.5 or higher
PREREQUISITES
- Anatomy and physiology
- Microbiology
- Advanced biochemistry (may be taken concurrently with the program)
- General chemistry
- Organic Chemistry