Nutrition and Dietetics B.S./M.S.

Program77
Program requirements in other academic areas35
Liberal Arts and Sciences Requirements51
Total Credits163

Course Requirements for the Program

In the Specific Area of Concentration

DTC-101Orientation to Dietetics1
DTC-210Food and Culture2
DTC-250Food Science2
DTC-250LFood Science Laboratory1
DTC-306Principles of Nutrition3
DTC-319Nutritional Biochemistry3
DTC-326Nutrition Education and Communication3
DTC-327Nutrition Throughout the Life Cycle3
DTC-409Food Service Operations2
DTC-409LQuantity Food Preparation Lab1
DTC-420Introduction to Nutrition Care3
DTC-421Community Nutrition3
DTC-509Leadership in Food Service Management3
DTC-511Medical Nutrition Therapy I3
DTC-512Medical Nutrition Therapy II3
DTC-524The Nutrition Entrepreneur3
DTC-531Nutrition Practice I5
DTC-532Nutrition Practice II5
DTC-550Nutrition Counseling for Behavior Change3
DTC-601Research Methods in Dietetics3
DTC-609Food Safety Certification1
DTC-610Dietetics Research Seminar3
DTC-622Professional Seminar2
DTC-631Advanced Nutrition Practice I8
DTC-632Advanced Nutrition Practice II8
Total Credits77

In Other Academic Areas Required for this Program

BIO-107Human Anatomy & Physiology I3
BIO-107LHuman Anatomy & Physiology Laboratory1
BIO-108Human Anatomy & Physiology II3
BIO-108LHuman Anatomy & Physiology II Lab1
BIO-208Microbiology3
BIO-208LMicrobiology Lab1
BIO-303Biochemistry3
BIO-303LBiochemistry Lab1
CHE-101General Chemistry I3
CHE-101LGeneral Chemistry Laboratory1
CHE-102General Chemistry II3
CHE-102LGeneral Chemistry Laboratory II1
CHE-209Principles of Organic Chemistry3
CHE-209LPrinciples of Organic Chemistry Lab1
MAT-123Introduction to Applied Statistics4
GRA-629Thesis Advisement3
Total Credits35

NOTE: These courses meet the knowledge and competencies established by the accreditation standards for entry-level education programs set by the Accreditation Council for Education in Nutrition and Dietetics (ACEND®) and are subject to change.

The 5 year B.S./M.S. curriculum is composed of two phases which extend across five years. The pre-professional phase includes the first three years of study which is comprised of the prerequisites, liberal arts and science curriculum, and didactic preparation for future supervised practice experiences. The ACEND® accredited Coordinated Program professional phase begins the fall after the third year. The Coordinated Program includes continued didactic preparation, all supervised practice experiences meeting ACEND requirements for hours (1,000 minimum), graduate level coursework and research requirement. Students who do not meet the program’s academic and/or professional standards in the pre-professional phase will not be permitted to progress to the Coordinated Program. In addition to general university policies and regulations which apply to all students, academic regulations of the Dietetics Department are applicable to all students regardless of full-time or part-time status.

Academic Policy- BS/MS Nutrition and Dietetics Coordinated Program Pre-Professional Phase

Good Academic Standing 

  • To be in good academic standing in the BS/MS Nutrition and Dietetics Coordinated Program students must maintain a cumulative GPA (Grade Point Average) of 2.50 during the pre-professional phase of the program (years 1,2, and 3) 

Academic Probation 

  • A student who has less than a 2.50 cumulative GPA. at any time will be placed on academic probation for one (non-summer) semester. At the end of the probation semester, the student’s file is reviewed by the program's student progress committee. If the student’s cumulative GPA is a minimum of 2.50, the student is automatically removed from academic probation.  

  • If a student does not achieve a 2.50 GPA, the student will continue probation for one additional (non-summer) semester. Appropriate referrals will be made for remediation, as necessary. If the student’s cumulative GPA is a minimum of 2.50, the student is automatically removed from academic probation. 

Dismissal 

  • Students will be dismissed from the BS/ MS Nutrition and Dietetics Coordinated Program if they fail to remain in good academic standing after having been on academic probation during the immediate two preceding consecutive, non-summer, semesters in the pre-professional phase of the program (years 1,2 and 3). 

Appeals 

  • To appeal a decision rendered by the School of Health Professions faculty/administration that has significant academic consequences, you must follow the appeal procedures which are available at www.dyc.edu/appeals. 

Academic Policy- BS/MS Nutrition and Dietetics Coordinated Program Professional Phase and MS Nutrition and Dietetics Coordinated Program

Good Academic Standing 

A student’s academic standing is determined by the cumulative GPA (grade point average).  

  • Students must maintain a GPA of 3.00 or above In the Professional phase of their BS/MS Nutrition and Dietetics Coordinated Program (year 4 and 5) or for all students matriculated in the MS Nutrition and Dietetics Coordinated Program. 

Grades Below B Policy 

  •  Up to six credits of grades lower than a B (B-, C+ or C) may be applied to the graduate degree. 

  •  Grades of C- or lower are not applicable to the BS/MS Nutrition and Dietetics Coordinated Program Professional Phase (year 4 and 5) and/or the MS Nutrition and Dietetics Coordinated Program. 

  • Grades of Unsatisfactory (U) are equivalent to a grade of C- or below and are not applicable to the BS/MS Nutrition and Dietetics Coordinated Program Professional Phase (year 4 and 5) and the MS Nutrition and Dietetics Coordinated Program. 

Academic Probation 

  • A student who has less than a 3.00 cumulative GPA at any time will be placed on academic probation for one (non-summer) semester. At the end of the probation semester, the student’s file is reviewed by the program's student progress committee. If the student’s cumulative GPA is a minimum of 3.00, the student is automatically removed from academic probation. 

  • If a student does not achieve a 3.00 GPA, the program student progress committee will continue the student on probation for one more semester. Appropriate referrals will be made for remediation, as necessary. If a minimum of 3.00 GPA is not then achieved after two consecutive, non-summer, semesters on academic probation, dismissal is automatic 

Dismissal 

  • Students will be dismissed from the BS/ MS Nutrition and Dietetics Coordinated Program and/or the MS Nutrition and Dietetics Coordinated Program if they fail to remain in good academic standing after having been on academic probation during the immediate two preceding consecutive, non-summer, semesters of the program. 

Appeals 

  • To appeal a decision rendered by the School of Health Professions faculty/administration that has significant academic consequences, you must follow the appeal procedures which are available at www.dyc.edu/appeals. 

Appeals

To appeal a decision rendered by the School of Health Professions faculty/administration that has significant academic consequences, students must follow the appeal procedures which are available at www.dyc.edu/appeals.

Costs of the Professional Phase - Coordinated Program

Students should be aware of the costs necessary for their supervised practice education in addition to tuition or class fees. Program costs are estimates and are subject to change without prior written notice.

Additional Program Cost (2024-2025)

Item Cost
Room & Board (on campus) $5900-$6500
Academy Student Membership $58/year
Fourth-Year Textbooks $775 - $850
Fifth-Year Textbooks $750 - $850
Clinical I.D. Badge $10
Lab coat $30-$40
Transportation to SP site1 $215/semester (year 4 BS/MS; Year 1 MS)
Transportation to SP site1 $425/semester (year 5 BS/MS; Year 2 MS)
Transportation Expenses and Parking Variable: $350 - $500
Lab Fee (DTC 409L) $75
Poster Presentation Fee - Year 5 $40
Health Professions Fee $95/semester
Physical/Medical Exam/Immunizations Variable: $100 - $375
Liability Insurance $50/semester
ServSafe© Certification $75 - $100 (course book and online examination)
*Drug Testing/Background Checks Variable: $60 - $70
Additional RD Exam Prep Materials - Optional $200 - $400
CastleBranch Clinical Fee $35
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Admission requirements reflect the structure of the program as a five-year B.S./M.S. degree.  All applicants receive a holistic review of admission materials.  Applicants are admitted on a competitive, space-available basis, based on the requirements noted below. Maximum accreditation class size limit is thirty (30) students per cohort.

Applicants should review the D’Youville Nutrition and Dietetics Coordinated Program policy regarding COVID-19 vaccinations and other health requirements. Students enrolled in the Coordinated Program must provide evidence of annual physical examination, immunizations, and vaccinations as required by the program and supervised practice facilities. Students must meet program and supervised practice facility health requirements, otherwise students may not be able to complete D’Youville’s Nutrition and Dietetics Coordinated Program.

1. First time in college freshman applying for admission into the pre-professional phase of the dietetics program requirements

  • Official high school transcripts;
  • High school average of at least 80 percent or 2.5 on a 4.0 scale;
  • Successful completion of the following high school courses: three years of math, history, English and one year of biology/living environment and one year of chemistry.

While we don't require you to submit ACT or SAT test scores, if you have taken or intend to take a standardized test we encourage you to submit your scores if you'd like the scores to be evaluated as part of your application.

2. Transfer students applying for admission into the pre-professional phase of the dietetics program requirements 

  • Official transcripts from ALL previously attended colleges/universities
  • Minimum 2.5 GPA on a 4.0 scale is required to be accepted into years one , two and three of the program.
  • Minimum of a C (2.0) grade in all pre-requisite courses for the dietetics major completed at a previous institution (Refer to Course Requirements For the Major below).
  • Minimum of a B - (2.67) grade in all dietetics courses at the 100-400 levels completed at a previous institution (Refer to Course Requirements For the Major below).

While we don't require an admission essay or letters of recommendation, we will review these materials if provided.