Nutrition and Foods - Dietetics

Dietitians and nutritionists are experts in food and nutrition. Appalachian State University's Nutrition and Foods (BS) - Dietetics degree prepares entry-level professionals to serve as competent experts in translating the science of food and nutrition to the enhancement of the health and well-being of individuals and groups and to the development of food consumer products and services for the public.

The dietetics concentration meets the requirements to prepare students for entrance into a Dietetic Internship, which is a major step toward becoming a Registered Dietitian.

The U.S. Department of Labor Bureau of Labor Statistics projects employment in this career field to grow 15% by 2026, faster than average for all occupations.

According to the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR), as of January 1, 2024, to sit for the Registered Dietitian credentialing exam one will have to have completed a Dietetic Internship and hold a Master's degree. While there are a variety of programs available across the country, Appalachian offers a convenient combined Masters/Dietetic Internship program.

• Complete an application (apply using the Common Application)
• Provide your official high school transcript(s)
• Provide your official or unofficial college transcript(s) for any completed college coursework*
• Submit $65 application fee (or approved fee waiver)
• Submit official or self-reported SAT (school code: 5010) or ACT (school code: 3062) scores (or apply with a test waiver)
• Complete your FAFSA (application opens Oct. 1; school code: 002906)