Bachelor of Science in Nutrition and Dietetics/Master of Science in Human Nutrition

The Department of Health Behavior and Nutrition Sciences offers a combined 4plus1 Bachelor of Science (BS) in Nutrition and Dietetics and a Master of Science (MS) in Human Nutrition program that allows students enrolled in the undergraduate Nutrition and Dietetics major to complete both the BS and the MS in a total of five years of full-time study. All requirements of both degree programs must be satisfied, and up to 7 credits of graduate coursework may be dual counted to satisfy requirements of both the BS degree and the MS degree.The Nutrition and Dietetics major is for individuals who enjoy science and who believe that proper nutrition is a key aspect of health and well-being. Registered Dietitian Nutritionists (RDNs) are qualified healthcare professionals trained to deliver evidence-based nutrition information and medical nutrition therapy to patients and to the public. The Nutrition and Dietetics major at the University of Delaware is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Education in Nutrition and Dietetics, the credentialing agency of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics. Completion of a master's degree and supervised practice program is required to become a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist.

Send official transcripts/examination results for all secondary and post-secondary work to the Office of Undergraduate Admissions.Provide a letter of recommendation from a teacher or academic advisor. Letters must be sent directly from the recommender to our office.