The ACEND Accredited Integrated Program in Nutrition and Dietetics (IPND) combines graduate-level didactic coursework with supervised experiential learning hours. Successful graduates are eligible to take the credentialing exam to become a registered dietitian nutritionist (RDN).
Students must complete a total of 53 credits, a minimum of 1000 hours of supervised experiential learning and demonstrate competence in order to complete the Integrated Program in Nutrition and Dietetics.
Full-time, 24-month, 53-credit program
Part-time, 33-month, 53-credit program
More about the IPND ProgramYou must meet the following minimum requirements in order to be considered for admission. Meeting these minimum requirements does not guarantee acceptance to the program.
Additional criteria may be required depending on the specific MSW degree program for which you seek admission. Please review the Admission Requirements listed on the department's website.
More About Admission RequirementsThe career paths for individuals can vary widely, and salaries can be influenced by factors such as experience, expertise, location, and the specific field. Here are ten potential career paths and salary ranges for Integrated Program in Nutrition and Dietetics graduates.
Assess and manage nutritional needs of patients with various medical conditions, provide dietary counseling, educate patients and families.
Salary Range: $72,000 - $114,000
Develop and implement nutrition education programs for community organizations, public health agencies, and NGOs.
Salary Range: $60,000 - $90,000
Oversee the nutritional quality and operation of food services in hospitals, schools, corporate cafeterias, and other institutions.
Salary range: $50,000 - $80,000
Provide individual and group coaching to clients on diet, exercise, and lifestyle changes for holistic health improvement.
Salary Range: $40,000 - $70,000
Oversee food service operations, ensure compliance with dietary regulations, manage staff and budgets, develop nutritional policies and procedures.
Salary Range: $78,000 - $125,000
Research and write evidence-based content on nutrition and health for medical journals, websites, and educational materials.
Salary Range: $50,000 - $90,000
Research and advocate for policies that promote healthy food access, nutrition education, and public health initiatives.
Salary Range: $45,000 - $80,000
Conduct clinical or community-based research studies on nutrition and its impact on health outcomes.
Salary Range: $60,000 - $100,000
Oversee the development and implementation of healthy school meals and nutrition education programs for students and staff.
Salary Range: $55,000 - $85,000
Develop personalized nutrition plans for athletes, provide pre-competition, during-competition, and post-competition nutritional guidance, educate athletes on the importance of nutrition for optimal performance.
Salary Range: $48,000 - $100,000
Applicants are encouraged to apply as early as possible. Hunter College may consider late applications on a rolling basis pending space is still available in the program.
Fall | Spring |
March 15 | N/A |
Applicants who have completed all or part of their university studies in a non-US institution and/or require student visas must submit their applications no later than February 1 to be considered for fall admission.
Some programs may extend their application deadlines beyond those listed above. Please contact Graduate Admissions for specific information. For information on how to apply, click the link below.
Applicants whose native language is not English and who have taken all or part of their undergraduate education in a country where English is not the native language are required to submit scores on the Test of English as Foreign Language (TOEFL) or the International English Language Testing System (IELTS). The following minimum scores must be obtained: