Program Details
Bachelor of Science, Major in Dietetics
Bachelor of ScienceJames Madison University
Transfer Guides are designed to maximize transfer credit as students complete their associate degree at the community college before transferring to the bachelor's degree program. If you are a current Virginia Community College student or are planning to start at a Virginia Community College before transferring to this institution and program, please follow the Transfer Guide to plan your courses at the community college. The following Transfer Guide(s), applicable to this program, are available in the Resource Center. If there is a program-specific Transfer Guide and a general or general studies Transfer Guide, you are advised to follow the program-specific Transfer Guide. Please see your community college advisor for assistance in selecting the best pathway.
In the James Madison University Didactic Program in Dietetics (DPD), students use creativity in learning from classroom experiences, case studies, computer applications, and problem-solving and decision-making projects. Students will gain research experience in their senior year. Students also obtain real-life experiences by completing a hospital-based practicum covering all aspects of dietetics practice.
Program Overview & Guidance
| Program Guidance Element | What You Need to Know |
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| Considerations for Selecting Degree | This degree includes extensive experiential learning including community service learning, clinical field experience, and food service management and food science labs. There is a 3-credit summer field experience required during the summer before senior year. The course is offered online and there is a 100-hour requirement to be on-site in a student-selected hospital setting. Students pursuing the Registered Dietitian Nutritionist credential are prepared with the degree for graduate education. |
| Considerations When Selecting Courses |
Complete equivalents to the Dietetics program prerequisite courses with a grade of C or higher to apply to the program. Carefully plan completion of Chemistry and Physiology prerequisites to not delay admission to the program. Foundations of Nutrition Practice (NUTR 295) must be taken at JMU and does not need to be completed prior to admission to the program.
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| Program Requirements Beyond Specific Courses | |
| Doing More With Your Degree | Upon graduation, students are eligible to take the Registration Examination for Dietetic Technicians to be credentialed as a Nutrition and Dietetic Technician, Registered. Students also earn a verification statement based on the program's accreditation through the Accreditation Council for Education in Nutrition and Dietetics. The verification statement allows for eligibility to apply to post-graduate dietetic internships and coordinated supervised practice programs for those pursuing the Registered Dietitian Nutritionist credential. |
| Program Successes & Highlights | Over 90% of Dietetics majors secure admission to a post-graduate dietetic internship or graduate program during their final semester, which is necessary to earn the Registered Dietitian Nutritionist credential. Recent graduates have attended dietetics internships such as Duke University, Johns Hopkins University, University of Maryland, and all Virginia internship programs. Based on a recent survey of alumni, all agreed or strongly agreed that they were well-prepared for their post-graduate programs. |
Program Credit Requirements
If you wish to see how your credits may apply, you can:
- Contact the institution where a staff member can help you map your credits to the requirements for this program.
- View the program requirements listed in the institution's catalog.
Applicable Admissions Agreements
The table below lists admissions agreements between James Madison University and partner institutions that may guarantee admission to this program if you meet the required criteria. Click on the title name of the agreement to view a summary of those criteria.
You can view the full text of these Agreements in the Resource Center
What If I Have An Associate Degree Or Credit For Prior Learning?
| Transfer Guidance Element | What You Need to Know |
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| Associate Transfer Degree Completion | Completion of an approved transfer associate degree will guarantee fulfillment of JMU's General Education requirements. https://www.jmu.edu/transfer/VCCStransfer/ASDegrees.shtml |
Completion of Associate Degree Concurrent with High School |
| Credit for Prior Learning | JMU accepts and reviews AP, IB, CIE and CLEP for all students with eligible scores, which may be different than at your prior institution. JMU will complete an independent review of the test score to apply credit to the JMU student record. Credit for prior learning (CLEP) is awarded on a per case basis for Adult Degree (Individualized Studies Majors) and RN-BSN students only and in consultation with the department of expertise, with the exception of military service credit. Credit for learning acquired in military service is awarded by the registrar's office using the ACE guide credit recommendation for study/experience listed on the military transcript and in consultation with the department of expertise. |
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College Level Information
| College Fit Guidance | What You Need to Know |
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| Is This College Right For Me? | JMU is a mid to large size institution that behaves more like a smaller institution. Faculty and staff hold students as the top priority. JMU has a 96% satisfaction rate. 89% of classes have less than 50 students. JMU is the #1 most recommended public University in the US by the Wall Street Journal and Times Higher Education; JMU is the #1 Best College for Employment in Virginia according to U.S. Department of Education statistics compiled by Zippia. JMU has the highest post-graduation job levels of all Virginia colleges. |
| Transfer Student Catalog Year | Catalog year determined by first semester of attendance. |
| First Year Student Catalog Year | Catalog year determined by first semester of attendance. |
| Applying for Guaranteed Admissions | Transfer applicants applying through the Guaranteed Admissions Agreement must submit a Letter of Intent prior to applying to JMU. Requirements and forms are available at: https://www.jmu.edu/admissions/apply/transfer-GAA.shtml |
Where Can This Degree Transfer
| Institution | Title | Degree | Award Name | Award Level | Delivery Mode |
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| Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University | BS in Human Nutr Food & Exec in Nutrition and Dietetics | Bachelor | Bachelor of Science in Human Nutrition, Foods and Exercise | 4-Year | In-Person |
Careers Where This Degree Applies
| O*Net Code | Name | Description | Parent |
|---|---|---|---|
| 29-2051.00 | Dietetic Technicians | Assist in the provision of food service and nutritional programs, under the supervision of a dietitian. May plan and produce meals based on established guidelines, teach principles of food and nutrition, or counsel individuals. | Healthcare Practitioners and Technical Occupations |
| 29-1031.00 | Dietitians and Nutritionists | Plan and conduct food service or nutritional programs to assist in the promotion of health and control of disease. May supervise activities of a department providing quantity food services, counsel individuals, or conduct nutritional research. | Healthcare Practitioners and Technical Occupations |
| 25-1192.00 | Family and Consumer Sciences Teachers, Postsecondary | Teach courses in childcare, family relations, finance, nutrition, and related subjects pertaining to home management. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research. | Educational Instruction and Library Occupations |
Cost To Complete