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University of Nebraska Medical Center

Admission Requirements

Applicants must be pre-approved for enrollment in the Doctor of Nutrition and Dietetics program. The following admission requirements must be met prior to matriculation in the program:

  • Credentialed as a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist
  • 2 years of post-credential experience + Masters degree OR 4 years of post-credential experience + Bachelors degree

We recognize that valuable learning can take place outside the traditional classroom. This program considers Prior Learning Assessment (PLA) requests on an individual basis. Students may be eligible to receive credit for demonstrated knowledge and competencies acquired through work experience, military training, certifications, or other non-traditional learning. All PLA submissions are subject to faculty review and must meet established academic standards.

Applicants will be considered without regard to age, sex, race, color, national origin, religion, political beliefs, or disability.

Students need to possess computer operating system skills and have easy access to a computer with a high-speed Internet connection and up-to-date software. To review the full list of specifications, see Computer Requirements.

Deadlines

Admission Term Application Opens Application Deadline
Spring Admission (January start) July 1 November 15
Fall Admission (August start) February 1 June 15
Deadlines