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Integrated Program in Nutrition and Dietetics

nutritionist showing patient food chart

Program Overview

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).

Hunter's IPND, within the Department of Nutrition and Public Health, is an ACEND-accredited Graduate Program in Nutrition and Dietetics under the Future Education Model Accreditation Standards.

For more information on ACEND and accreditation, please contact:

Accreditation Council for Education in Nutrition and Dietetics
120 South Riverside Plaza
Suite 2190 Chicago, Illinois 60606-6995
Phone (800)-877-1600-ext-5400
Email: acend@eatright.org
https://www.eatrightpro.org/acend

Master of Science in Nutrition

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.

2-Year Path

Full-time, 24-month, 53-credit program

3-Year Path

Part-time, 33-month, 53-credit program

More about the IPND Program

You must meet the following minimum requirements in order to be considered for admission. Meeting these minimum requirements does not guarantee acceptance to the program.

  • Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university
  • Minimum undergraduate GPA of 3.0
  • Completion of all prerequisites (minimum 34 credits) by the end of July preceding the Fall semester of expected entry
  • Official transcripts from all previously attended colleges
  • Statement of Purpose
  • Two Letters of Recommendation
  • Non-refundable $75 application fee. If you are currently a Hunter student and plan to apply to the program the following semester, your application fee may be waived.

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 Requirements
  • Applicants to the IPND MS program need to apply directly through the DICAS (Dietetics Inclusive Centralized Application Service) application.
  • Applicants selected by Hunter will need to complete the Hunter College Graduate Admissions Application once accepted to the program.
More About Admissions Process
The Hunter Value

Providing an exceptional academic value is what we do best. See how Hunter's annual tuition compares against other top MS programs in the area.

Tuition and Fees
$11K
Hunter College
$56K
Columbia University
$66K
New York University

Career Paths

The 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

Application Deadline

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
February 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.

How to Apply

Students Educated Outside the US

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:

  • TOEFL iBT: 80/ Paper Based Test: 550/ Computer Based Test: 213
  • IELTS: 6.5 Overall Band Score
Info for Students Educated Outside US

Ready to Apply?

Get started on your application now or visit the academic department's website to learn more about this graduate program.

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Contact the Program

Nutrition and Public Health
Nzinga Ajani
Nutrition and Public Health
Silberman Bldg. 5FL
(212) 396-7729
najani@hunter.cuny.edu
nutrition@hunter.cuny.edu

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