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Dietetics – Master of Professional Practice

Dietetics

Reach the next level of your career in one of the most dynamic and versatile health professions. Practice at an advanced level as a registered dietitian nutritionist. Step into your next role, where your expertise will shape the future of health and wellness.

At a Glance

30

Total Credits

$750*

Cost Per Credit
*Tuition and fee rates subject to change

1 year+

Time to Complete

Setting you up for your dynamic future in Dietetics

Make your next move with the Master of Professional Practice in Dietetics (MPPD). This fully online graduate program is designed to elevate your dietetics career. With two tailored tracks, the MPPD sets you on the path to your next professional milestone:

RD2B Track: For those aspiring to become a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist, this track combines online didactic coursework with a minimum of 1,000 hours of supervised experiential learning. Take classes online at your convenience and complete your supervised experiential learning in Iowa or anywhere in the U.S. – where you are already established or where you envision your future career. Classes start each fall; time to completion 12 months.

RDN Track: For current Registered Dietitian Nutritionists, this track offers a streamlined path to earning your master’s degree. Get credit for your education and work experience and apply it towards advancing your expertise in this non-thesis, online graduate program in dietetics. Achieve your next professional goal while maintaining your career momentum. Enrolling in spring, summer or fall; time to completion 12-24 months.

  • Admission

    Rolling Admission
    RD2B track: Classes start each Fall
    RDN track: Enrolling in Spring, Summer or Fall

  • Application Deadlines

    RD2B track – Opens 1st week in August and closes 1st Sunday in October
    RDN track – December 15 for Spring enrollment, March 15 for Summer and June 15 for Fall

  • Format

    100% Online
    Learn More About Online Courses

Graduate College requirements for RD2B track:

  • 4-year Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent)
  • DPD verification statement
  • Minimum 3.0 GPA (Program may alter requirement.)
  • Proof of English Proficiency

Requirements for RDN track:

  • Active RDN credential

For program specific requirements, visit the program website.

Mridul Datta – PhD, RD, LD, FAND
Program Director
220 Mackay Hall
515-294-7316
mppisu@iastate.edu

Dietetics Program

Leanne Lauber
Program Assistant
220 Mackay Hall
515-294-7565
mppisu@iastate.edu

A flexible online experience, designed intentionally for you.

With Iowa State’s online programs, your career never has to wait. Gain the same high-quality education and industry-focused knowledge as on campus programs, guided by expert professors preparing  you for your next.

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