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Information on
Degree Programs
in Nutrition
2011-2012
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What is a registered dietitian?
A registered dietitian is a food and nutrition expert who has met the minimum academic and
professional requirements to qualify for the credential ―RD,‖ as determined by the American
Dietetic Association (ADA). In addition to RD credentialing, many states have regulatory laws
for dietitians and nutrition practitioners, meaning they require individuals to be licensed by the
state in order to practice nutrition in their state. State requirements are frequently met through the
same education and training required to become an RD.
What are the educational requirements to become a registered dietitian?
Registered dietitians must meet the following criteria to earn the RD credential:
1. Complete a minimum of a bachelor’s degree at a U.S. regionally accredited university or
college, or foreign equivalent.
2. Complete didactic course work at a didactic program or as part of a coordinated
program accredited by the Commission on Accreditation for Dietetics Education
(CADE).
3. Complete a CADE-accredited supervised practice program (internship) at a healthcare
facility, community agency, or a foodservice corporation, or combined with
undergraduate or graduate studies (coordinated program). Typically, a dietetic
internship will run nine to twelve months in length (longer if combined with a master’s
degree).
4. Pass the national dietetics registration examination administered by the Commission on
Dietetic Registration (CDR). Please refer to www.cdrnet.org.
More info on the field of dietetics can be found on the American Dietetic Association
website at: http://www.eatright.org/students/education/
What programs are available in the Department of Kinesiology and Nutrition at
UIC to become a Registered Dietitian?
There are three programs available at UIC that enable a student to start on the path to becoming a
registered dietitian.
*Please note that our programs are designed for students who have not previously completed a
DPD program.
Program #1: Coordinated Program in Nutrition (Bachelor’s Level)—BS/CP
The Coordinated Program in Nutrition (Bachelor’s Level) provides the CADE accredited
didactic coursework as well as 1200 supervised practice hours (equivalent to an internship).
After completing the program, you will be eligible to take the national registration exam for
dietitians. After successfully passing the RD exam, you will be a Registered Dietitian (RD),
and you will be qualified for various positions within the field of nutrition and
dietetics.
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Program #2: Bachelor of Science in Nutrition via Nutrition Science Track—NS
Program—(DPD [Didactic Program in Dietetics] or Non-DPD)
This track is intended for students who would like to pursue a career in the field of dietetics, as
well as for those who plan on pursuing an advanced degree in nutritional sciences or a
professional degree in medicine, dentistry, public health, or other health related field. This
program is a CADE accredited DPD (Didactic Program in Dietetics). If a Nutrition Science
track (DPD) student would like to pursue dietetics (become an RD), she/he can apply for a
competitive CADE Accredited Dietetic Internship
(http://www.eatright.org/students/education/di.aspx) during his/her final semester in the
program for enrollment after completion of the DPD. Upon successful completion of the
Dietetic Internship, the student will be eligible to sit for the Registration Examination for
Dietitians (http://www.cdrnet.org/certifications/rddtr/rdcontent.htm). This track does not
include the supervised practice experience.
Program #3: Coordinated Program in Nutrition (Master’s Level)—MS/CP
The Coordinated Program in Nutrition (Master’s Level) combines graduate-level coursework
in nutrition with the didactic curriculum (mostly undergraduate level), as well as the 1200
supervised practice hours that enable graduates to sit for the Registration Examination for
Dietitians. It is assumed that all MS/CP students will choose to do the course work only
option for the MS portion of the program. If you are considering do a project or thesis, then,
prior to admission, you should approach a faculty member (see the website for their bios) to
see if they are willing/able to act as your advisor for a project or thesis. Faculty members are
not required to take on additional MS students, if they do not have an opening. Otherwise,
you will be assigned an advisor. This advisor will help you develop an individualized
program of study according to your background, interests and goals. It typically takes three
years of full-time study to complete this program, though it may take longer if one chooses the
project or thesis route.
Prerequisites (Programs 1 and 2)
Prerequisites for the Coordinated Program (BS/CP) and the Nutrition Science Track (DPD) are
identical and are listed below. Courses must be equivalent (determined by program directors or
UIC transfer guides) to those offered by the University of Illinois at Chicago and may be
completed at any accredited college or university with a grade of ―C‖ or better.
Prerequisite courses for Coordinated Program and Nutrition Science Track
Course
English comp I
English comp II
Speech
General Biology*
Microbiology*
General Chemistry I*
General Chemistry II*
Organic Chemistry*
Description
Introductory course in literature and/or writing.
Secondary course in literature and/or writing.
Oral communication course
One general biology course with lab (cell biology
focus)
One course with lab
One course with lab
No. Credits
3
3
3
5 with lab
One course with lab
One course (no lab required) (We will no longer
accept Survey of Organic and Biochem courses)
5 with lab
4
5 with lab
5 with lab
3
Biochemistry*
Foods
Nutrition
Mathematics
Statistics
Psychology
One course
3
One course with lab
3
One introductory course
3
One course in college algebra or higher
5
One course
3
One course in introductory psychology or human
3
behavior
Sociology
One course in introduction to sociology
3
Humanities
One course in Creative Arts and one in
3 credits
Understanding the Past
each
*Courses with an asterisk next to them should be taken within five years of starting the
program.
Note: Pre-requisites are subject to change from time to time. It is up to the candidate to
ensure he or she has completed the most recent requirements.
Will my pre-requisites transfer?
Transfer guides for most in-state colleges and universities are listed on the UIC Web site at:
http://www.uic.edu/depts/oar/undergrad/transfer_guides/hnd/current/index.html . First find the
college/or university, then click on the link.
If you have questions concerning courses taken at a college or university outside of Illinois,
please contact the Department of Kinesiology and Nutrition – Kirsten Straughan at
[email protected] or Jamie Sutton Shifley at [email protected] - to have your transcripts evaluated.
To obtain information on whether or not English classes transfer:
http://www.uic.edu/depts/engl/programs/1styearwriting/. Click on: FOR STUDENTS, then click
on Waiving First-Year Writing Program coursework requirements.
Foreign students are required to have their transcripts evaluated into the U.S. system. Please see
the CDR website at: http://www.eatright.org/students/getstarted/international/agencies.aspx for an
acceptable list of foreign transcript evaluation agencies.
*Please note that while we as a department will evaluate your transcripts for courses that we
believe you have fulfilled, you will not have final approval from the Office of Admissions and
Records on courses that will transfer to UIC until you have formally applied to the University.
Do you allow exemptions from any courses in your program?
Upon admission to the program, you will be offered the opportunity to apply for exemption from
the following courses: Science of Food and Anatomy and Physiology I and/or II. You must
demonstrate that the course(s) you completed was equivalent to the course we offer by submitting
a syllabus and proof of the grade you earned. We will determine if you will be awarded credit for
the course. We do not allow exemption from any other courses in our program.
Must I complete all my prerequisite courses by the time I apply?
No. Prerequisite courses must be completed before the first day of classes in late August, rather
than prior to admission to the program. However, we require students to have completed at least
three of the six science courses (Biology, Microbiology, General Chemistry I and II, Organic
Chemistry or Biochemistry) prior to applying. Qualified students will receive a conditional offer
of acceptance during the spring admissions cycle as long as they can offer a feasible schedule for
completion of their prerequisite course work. Accepted students who fail to complete all
prerequisites will not be allowed to enter the program.
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Application Process (Programs 1 and 2)
We accept students once per year (for fall semester admission) for both programs. The
application deadline is January 16th, and the program begins in late August. The UIC application
can be found online at: http://www.uic.edu/depts/oar/prospective_students/apply.html The
updated supplemental application materials are typically posted on our Web site
http://www.ahs.uic.edu/kn/programs/nutrition.php by late September. The admission decisions
are usually made by early/mid-March.
Completed application packets should contain the following information and are due
January 16th for students who wish to start the following August:
Coordinated Program
Nutrition Science Track
Submit to Department of Kinesiology and
Submit to Department of Kinesiology and
Nutrition in one complete package:
Nutrition in one complete packet:
 Information Form
 Information Form
 Coordinated Program Prerequisite Form
 Nutrition Science Program Prerequisite Form
 Transcripts from all colleges and universities
 Transcripts from all colleges and universities
attended. (May be official or unofficial)
attended (May be official or unofficial)
 Three recommendation forms
*Transfer Students Only
(Letters of recommendation should be in a
Submit to the Office of Admissions:
sealed envelope with a signature across the
 UIC undergraduate application
seal.)
 Typed written interview questions
 Official transcripts from all universities and
colleges attended
*Transfer Students Only
 Application fee
Submit to the Office of Admissions:
 For more information on the UIC application
 UIC undergraduate application
procedure, go to:
 Official transcripts from all universities and
http://www.uic.edu/depts/oar/prospective_stu
colleges attended
dents/apply.html
 Application fee
 For more information on the UIC
application procedure, go to:
http://www.uic.edu/depts/oar/prospective_st
udents/apply.html
Where can I find an application?
Supplemental application materials can be printed from the Department of Kinesiology and
Nutrition website at http://www.ahs.uic.edu/kn/programs/nutr/bs/bscp_apply_materials.php and the UIC
online application can be found at http://www.uic.edu/depts/oar/undergrad/apply_undergrad.html.
Applications are valid only for the year in which they are submitted. Students who are not
accepted and wish to reapply must submit a new application.
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Admissions Process (Programs 1 and 2):
How many students apply to the program? How many are admitted?
We typically receive around 80 applications and are accredited to accept up to 20 students per
year into the Coordinated Program (combined BS and MS programs) and 25-30 students per year
in the Nutrition Science Program.
How does the department decide who will be admitted to the program?
The department carefully evaluates each applicant using a point system. For the Coordinated
Program, grade point averages for science courses, prerequisite courses, as well as overall GPA
are all considered. Together, these GPAs comprise approximately 70% of all admission points.
The remaining 30% consist of points earned on recommendations and ratings on written
interview questions. Additionally, the top applicants will be asked to come in for an interview
with the program directors. Students who apply to the Coordinated Program, but are not accepted
are automatically considered for the Nutrition Science Program.
One hundred percent of admission points will be based on GPA for the Nutrition Science track.
Those applicants with the highest admissions points are accepted into the program, and the
remaining qualified applicants will be placed on an alternate list. In the event that any of the
accepted students are unable to enter the program, an alternate will be offered a position in the
program. No students with an overall GPA lower than 2.5 on a 4.0 scale will be accepted into the
program.
What is the profile of a typical successful applicant?
We have a unique applicant pool each year, so it is difficult to make generalizations. However, all
students must have a grade point average (GPA) of at least 2.5 on a 4.0 scale to be considered for
admission. This past admissions cycle the average cumulative prerequisite and science GPA of
applicants accepted into the coordinated program was 3.48 and 3.62, respectively, on a 4.0 scale.
Keep in mind that 30% of the points that we use to evaluate the students are not based on GPA.
Therefore, all students that meet our minimum requirements are encouraged to apply. An
understanding of the role of the dietetic professional and their role in the health care system,
community and beyond, combined with volunteer experience in the field of dietetics can improve
your chances of acceptance.
The average cumulative overall and science GPA of applicants accepted into the nutrition science
program last year was a 3.46 and 3.30, respectively, on a 4.0 scale.
Due to the competitive nature of our programs, we cannot accept every student who applies. We
encourage students to apply to other accredited nutrition programs to provide a back-up option in
case we are unable to extend an offer of acceptance at UIC.
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Program of Study (Programs 1 & 2)…Comparison of Tracks
Note: Curriculum is subject to change from time to time. It is up to the candidate to ensure he/she has completed the most recent
requirements.
Bachelor’s Coordinated Program
(BS/CP)
Nutrition Science Track (DPD*)
Nutrition Science Track
(Non-DPD*)
*The DPD track is for students intending to apply to
a dietetic internship.
*The Non-DPD track is intended for students who are not
interested in becoming a registered dietitian—these
students would likely pursue a graduate degree in a health
related field, apply for medical school, dental school, etc.
Fall semester:
HN 190 Intro to Dietetics (1 cr)
KN 251 Human Physiological Anatomy I (5 cr)
HN 200 Nutritional Assessment (3 cr)
HN 308 Nutrition Science I (3 cr)
Elective (3 cr)
Fall semester:
KN 251 Human Physiological Anatomy I (5 cr)
HN 200 Nutritional Assessment (3 cr)
HN 308 Nutrition Science I (3 cr)
Elective (3 cr)
Semester credits: 12
Spring semester:
KN 252 Human Physiological Anatomy II (5 cr)
HN 309 Nutrition Science (3 cr)
HN 330 Quantity Food Production (3cr)
HN 413 Principles of Delivering Public Health
Nutrition Services (3cr)
HN 318 Genetic, Molecular, and Cellular
Mechanisms of Chronic Disease (3cr)
Semester credits: 15
Spring semester:
KN 252 Human Physiological Anatomy II (5 cr)
HN 309 Nutrition Science (3 cr)
HN 330 Quantity Food Production (3cr)
HN 413 Principles of Delivering Public Health
Nutrition Services (3cr)
HN 318 Genetic, Molecular, and Cellular
Mechanisms of Chronic Disease (3cr)
Semester credits: 14
Spring semester:
KN 252 Human Physiological Anatomy II (5 cr)
HN 309 Nutrition Science (3 cr)
HN 413 Principles of Delivering Public Health
Nutrition Services (3cr)
HN 318 Genetic, Molecular, and Cellular
Mechanisms of Chronic Disease (3cr)
Elective (2 cr)
Semester credits: 17
Semester credits: 17
Semester credits: 16
JUNIOR YEAR
Fall semester:
HN 190 Intro to Dietetics (1 cr)
KN 251 Human Physiological Anatomy I (5 cr)
HN 200 Nutritional Assessment (3 cr)
HN 308 Nutrition Science I (3 cr)
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SENIOR YEAR
Fall Semester:
HN 202 Culture and Food (2 cr)
HN 300 Science of Foods (3 cr)
HN 311 Nutrition During the Life Cycle (3 cr)
HN 320 Clinical Nutrition I (4 cr)
HN 332 Food Service Management (2cr)
Fall Semester:
HN 202 Culture and Food (2 cr)
HN 300 Science of Foods (3 cr)
HN 311 Nutrition During the Life Cycle (3 cr)
HN 320 Clinical Nutrition I (4 cr)
HN 332 Food Service Management (2cr)
Fall Semester:
HN 202 Culture and Food (2cr)
HN 300 Science of Foods (3 cr)
HN 311 Nutrition During the Life Cycle (3 cr)
HN 320 Clinical Nutrition I (4 cr)
Elective (3 cr)
Semester credits: 14
Spring Semester:
HN 306 Nutrition Education (4 cr)
HN 335 Food Service Practice (4 cr)
HN 440 Seminar and Research Process (3 cr)
HN 420 Clinical Nutrition II (2 cr)
HN 422 Clinical Nutrition III (2 cr)
Semester credits: 14
Spring Semester:
HN 306 Nutrition Education (4 cr)
HN 440 Seminar and Research Process (3 cr)
HN 420 Clinical Nutrition II (2 cr)
HN 422 Clinical Nutrition III (2 cr)
Elective (3 cr)
Semester credits: 15
Spring Semester:
HN 440 Seminar and Research Process (3 cr)
HN 420 Clinical Nutrition II (2 cr)
Elective (10 cr)
Semester credits: 15
Semester credits: 14
Semester credits: 15
Total credits: 60
Total credits: 60
Summer Semester:
HN 321 Clinical Practice I (2 cr)
HN 421 Clinical Practice II (4 cr)
Semester credits: 6
Fall Semester:
HN 312 Nutrition During the Life Cycle Practicum
(2 cr)
HN 423 Clinical Practice III (5 cr)
HN 450 Professional Practice (6 cr)
Semester credits: 13
Total credits: 77
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Can I be a part-time student if I am accepted into the program?
All Coordinated Program students must complete the program in a lock-step process
on a full-time basis. The program of study is pre-planned and highly structured. Each
semester’s course work builds upon that of the previous semester and all courses
must be completed in the order in which they are listed in the HN brochure. This
enables each student to begin the supervised practice portion at planned time, as we
are only accredited for 20 each year. Because the Coordinated Program is a full-time
commitment, students are generally discouraged from working while they are in the
program.
The Nutrition Science track, however, can be completed on a part-time basis. Students who
decide to attend part-time must be sure to stay in touch with their advisor in order to ensure that
all required classes are completed.
Can I get financial assistance to help me pay for the cost of the program?
The department does not have any scholarships/assistantships for undergraduate
students. However, the college has a scholarship that enrolled students can apply for
each semester called the Van Doren Scholarship.
Additionally, various scholarship and loan programs are available to help qualified
students meet their financial obligations. Please see the Office of Financial Aid
website at: http://www.uic.edu/uic/financialaid/index.shtml
as well as
http://www.ahs.uic.edu/ahs/admissions/financial.php
Additionally, more scholarship resources can be found at the following websites:
http://apps.collegeboard.com/cbsearch_ss/welcome.jsp
http://www.fastweb.com/
http://www.collegescholarships.org/
http://www.collegescholarships.com/
Would you describe a typical week for coordinated program and
nutrition science track students?
The first three semesters of the Coordinated Program involve full-time coursework.
Most courses are offered during regular working hours (8am-5pm). The supervised
practice experience begins during the fourth semester (spring) and continues through
the sixth semester (summer and fall). During the fourth semester, students are out at
sites two days a week and in class the other three days. During the fifth and sixth
semesters, students are out at sites 40 hours a week (five days a week full time),
though they come to UIC for class every other Monday. The supervised practice
rotations are spent with registered dietitians who act as preceptors at a variety of
practice sites, including hospitals, clinics, research facilities, community sites, and
businesses in the greater Chicago-land area. The hours are typically 8am-5pm, as
well.
The Nutrition Science track involves four semesters of coursework on a full-time
basis. However, the student may choose to attend classes part-time. This option
takes longer than four semesters. The timeline will depend on how many courses the
student takes each semester.
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Why should I choose UIC over other programs?
In the Coordinated Program, classroom learning is combined with the supervised
practice experience; therefore, graduates are eligible to take the registration
examination after graduating from the program. This seamless program has proven
to be an ideal option for many students. Clinical courses are taught by a worldrenowned faculty, as well as clinicians with years of experience in the field. Since
2006, over 95% of our Coordinated Program graduates have passed the RD
examination on the first time, compared to a national average of 80%. A strong
science foundation and exposure to cutting-edge clinical applications make our
graduates poised to gain challenging entry-level positions in an array of dietetics
settings.
The Nutrition Science track provides a solid foundation in nutrition that allows
graduates to apply to a dietetic internship program, to pursue careers in a related
field, apply to medical school or graduate school. All didactic science courses are
taught by individuals with a minimum of a master’s degree. Students graduate with
an outstanding background in the in the field of nutrition that promotes life-long
learning and excellent entry-level scientific skills.
How do I go about obtaining an accredited internship (DPD students only)?
The program directors will discuss the internship application process with you throughout the
program. You should plan on applying for an internship during your final year in the program.
Most internship programs participate in a match process for which applications are due in
February. Most programs begin the following August. There is a wide variety of internships
throughout the United States. Each has a different focus area (Nutrition Therapy, Community,
School Foodservice, General, etc). Some internships are combined with a master’s degree. It is
recommended that students begin researching internships as early as possible. All accredited
internships can be found at this website: http://www.eatright.org/students/education/di.aspx.
Additionally, information on the computer matching process can be found here:
http://www.eatright.org/CADE/content.aspx?id=6596&terms=computer+match.
Finally, we would like students to be aware that there is currently a shortage of dietetic
internships. This means that many more students are graduating from DPD programs and
applying for internships than there are internship positions available. The American Dietetic
Association is aware of this problem and they are working on solutions. In the meantime, please
be aware that the chances of obtaining an internship are only about 50%. If you complete the
DPD but are not accepted into an internship, you should have a plan B. One option is to sit for
the Diet Tech Exam to become a Registered Dietetic Technician (DTR). This would allow you to
work in the field as a diet tech and reapply for an internship the following year. For more
information on this option, please see:
http://www.cdrnet.org/programdirector/NewPathwayIII.cfm
Additional options for DPD graduates include applying for graduate school in nutrition, food
science, medicine or another allied health field, or potentially working in a WIC (Women Infants
and Children) setting, the food industry, or in publications.
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Masters Coordinated Program—MS/CP
(Program 3)
Prerequisites
The MS/CP prerequisites are listed below. Courses must be equivalent to those offered by the
University of Illinois at Chicago and may be completed at any accredited college or university
with a grade of ―C‖ or better.
Prerequisite courses for Coordinated Program at Master’s Level
Course
English comp I
English comp II
Speech
Biology*
Microbiology*
General Chemistry I*
General Chemistry II*
Description
Introductory course writing
Secondary course in writing
Oral communication course
One general biology course (cell biology focus)
with lab
One course with lab
One course with lab
One course with lab
No. Credits
3
3
3
5
5
5
5
Organic Chemistry*
One course (no lab required) We will no longer
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accept a Survey of Organic Chemistry course
Biochemistry*
One course 300 level or higher
3
Foods
One course with lab.
3
Nutrition
One introductory course
3
Mathematics
One course in college algebra or above
5
Psychology
One course in introductory psychology or human
4
behavior.
Sociology
One course in introduction to sociology.
3
Statistics
One course
3
*Courses with an asterisk next to them should be taken within five years of starting the program.
Note: Pre-requisites are subject to change from time to time. It is up to the candidate to ensure he
or she has completed the most recent requirements.
Must I complete all my prerequisite courses by the time that I apply?
No. Prerequisite courses must be completed before the first day of classes in late August, rather
than prior to application to the program. However, we require students to have completed at least
three of the six science courses (Biology, Microbiology, General Chemistry I and II, Organic
Chemistry or Biochemistry) prior to applying. Qualified students will receive a conditional offer
of acceptance during the spring admissions cycle as long as they can offer a feasible schedule for
completion of their prerequisite course work. Accepted students who fail to successfully complete
all prerequisites will not be allowed to enter the program.
What if my undergraduate degree was in a completely unrelated area?
We recommend that all individuals with an undergraduate degree apply to the Master’s
Coordinated Program (as opposed to the Bachelor’s Coordinated Program). We have made the
prerequisite courses rigorous enough to prepare you for the program at the master’s level.
Additionally, we do not want students deciding they would like to switch from the BS/CP to the
MS/CP once they are at UIC, as it becomes cumbersome.
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How can I get my transcripts evaluated?
Transfer guides for most in-state colleges and universities are listed on the UIC Web site at:
http://www.uic.edu/depts/oar/undergrad/transfer_guides/hnd/current/index.html . Just open the
link to the college/university you plan on attending and follow the correct courses.
If you have questions concerning courses taken at a college or university outside of Illinois,
please contact the Department of Kinesiology and Nutrition (312) 996-7890 or (312) 355-1908 to
have your transcripts evaluated.
To obtain information on whether or not English classes fulfill our prerequisites:
http://www.uic.edu/depts/engl/programs/1styearwriting/. Click on: FOR STUDENTS, then click
on Waiving First-Year Writing Program coursework requirements.
Foreign students are required to have their transcripts evaluated into the U.S. system. Please see
the CDR website at: http://www.eatright.org/students/getstarted/international/agencies.aspx for an
acceptable list of foreign transcript evaluation agencies.
*Please note that while we as a department will evaluate your transcripts for courses that we
believe you have fulfilled, you will not have final approval from the Office of Admissions and
Records on courses that will transfer to UIC until you have formally applied to the University.
Application Process (MS/CP—Program 3)
We accept students only once per year. The application deadline is January 16th, and the
program starts in late August. We cannot accept students mid-year, as we are only accredited for
20 students each year, and we always fill the program.
How to Apply to the Master’s Coordinated Program
Submit to the Office of Admissions:
 UIC Graduate Application http://www.uic.edu/depts/oar/applyonline/grad/index.html
 Official transcripts from all universities and colleges attended
 Application fee: $60 Application Fee (non-refundable) to Graduate College
 Please note, if you are currently a non-degree grad student at UIC, you must submit a
paper application to admissions specifying that you are applying to be a student in the
masters in nutrition program. Your application fee is waived, if you are a current student.
Submit to Department of Kinesiology and Nutrition (attention Nutrition Admissions) in one
complete package:
 Coordinated Program Application Information Form
 Coordinated Program Prerequisite Form
 Copies of transcripts from all colleges/universities attended. (May be official or
unofficial)
 Three Recommendation Forms (Recommendation forms should be in a sealed envelope
with a signature across the seal.)
 Coordinated Program typed written interview questions
 Personal Statement
 Proof of Degree (this may be on the official transcript)
 The necessary, supplemental application materials can be found at:
http://www.ahs.uic.edu/kn/programs/nutr/ms/mscp_apply.php
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International Students must also submit:
 $60 Application Fee to Graduate College
 Translated documentation of all degree certificates and transcripts
 Declaration of Finances Form:
http://www.ois.uic.edu/students/new/declaration-of-finance/
 TOEFL score
Admission Criteria:
o Conferred Bachelor’s degree
o Minimum GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale (note that the average overall GPA of admitted
students is around 3.5)
o Minimum GRE score of 1,000 Quantitative and Verbal combined
o Minimum TOEFL score of 550 (foreign applicants only)
For more information on the graduate application process, contact Jamie Shifley, MS, RD, LDN
at 312.355.1908 or [email protected].
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Program of Study (Program 3—MS/CP)
We currently offer three tracks for the MS/CP. It is assumed that all students will choose the course work only track, unless the student has
arranged to do a thesis or project with a faculty member.
Required Graduate Courses for Each Track:
MS Course Work Only
HN 503 Advanced Pathophysiology
3
HN 510 Physiological Aspects
3
HN 516 Vitamins and Minerals in Human
Nutrition
3
HN 532 Evaluation of Nutritional Status (3)
or HN 560 Advanced Topics in Public
Health Nutrition (3)
3
HN 595 Seminar
1
KN 500 Evidence based practice
OR HN 440 The Research Process
Required Course Work
Electives tailored to students goals
Total Credits
3
16
20
36
MS Thesis Track
MS Project
HN 510 Physiological Aspects
3
HN 516 Vitamins and Minerals in Human
Nutrition
3
HN 510 Physiological Aspects
3
HN 516 Vitamins and Minerals in Human
Nutrition
3
HN 595 Seminar
HN 598 Thesis Research
BSTT 400 Biostatistics I
KN 500 Evidence based practice
OR HN 440 The Research Process OR
BSTT 506 Design of Clinical Trials
Required course work
Electives tailored to students goals
Total Credits
HN 595 Seminar
HN 597 Project Research
BSTT 400 Biostatistics I
KN 500 Evidence based practice
OR HN 440 The Research Process OR
BSTT 506 Design of Clinical Trials
Required course work
Electives tailored to students goals
Total Credits
1
5
4
3
19
17
36
1
5
4
3
19
17
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Undergraduate Level Courses
(Required to fulfill CADE Requirements):
Course
HN 190 Intro to Dietetics
HN 200 Nutritional Assessment
HN 202 Culture and Food
HN 300 Science of Foods
HN 306 Nutrition Education
HN 308 Nutrition Science I
HN 309 Nutrition Science II
HN 311 Nutrition During the Life Cycle
HN 312 Nutrition During the Life Cycle Practice
HN 318 Genetic, Molecular, and Cellular
Mechanisms of Chronic Disease
HN 320 Clinical Nutrition I
HN 321 Clinical Practice I
HN 330 Quantity Food Production
HN 332 Food Service Management
HN 335 Food Service Practice
HN 413 Principles of Developing Public Health
Nutrition Services (3cr)*
KN 251 Human Physiological Anatomy I
KN 252 Human Physiological Anatomy II
*Please note, this course will no longer count toward the master’s degree in nutrition. It is going to be changed to solely
an undergraduate level (300 level course). This is effective for all students beginning Fall 2010.
Graduate Level Courses:
(Course Work Only Option)
Course
HN 420 Clinical Nutrition II (2cr)
HN 421 Clinical Practice II (4cr)
HN 422 Clinical Nutrition III (2cr)
HN 423 Clinical Practice III (5cr)
HN 450 Professional Practice (6cr)
HN 503 Advanced Pathophysiology (3cr)
HN 510 Nutrition Physiological Aspects (3cr)
HN 516 Advanced Vitamins and Minerals (3cr)
HN 532 Advanced Nutritional Assessment (3cr)
or HN 560 Advanced Topics in Community /Public
Health Nutrition (3cr)
HN 595 Seminar (1cr)
KN 500 Evidence Based Practice (3cr) or
HN 440 The Research Process (3cr)
Additional course of student’s choosing or 1cr of HN
596 Independent Study or repeat HN 595 Seminar
More on the MS/CP
The program must be completed on a full-time basis through the first six semesters. The MS requires a
minimum of 36 credits taken at the 400 or 500 levels. At least 9 hours must be at the 500 level, excluding
project (597), thesis (598), and independent study courses (if you choose the project or thesis route). Students
may be able to complete the program in approximately two and a half to three years. However, we do NOT
guarantee that you can finish in two and a half or three years. If a student chooses the project or thesis route,
it will likely take longer to complete the program. The Graduate College has set a maximum of 5 years for
completion of the Master of Science degree.
*The curriculum and policies of these programs are subject to change. It is the
responsibility of the student to stay abreast of any changes.
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