Dietetics Admissions & Applications

4+1 Accelerated Dietetics B.S./Health Promotion Sciences M.S. Admissions

The 4+1 Accelerated Dietetics program is a competitive program open to students in their junior and senior years who have met the general admission or guaranteed admissions requirements. Students apply in February of their sophomore year for entry the following fall.

General Admission Requirements

The admissions committee will be looking for the following when evaluating your application:

  1. Completion of all prerequisite coursework by the beginning of fall semester of your junior year
    • General Chemistry (CHEM 1127Q & CHEM 1128Q - or - CHEM 1124Q & CHEM 1125Q)
    • Organic Chemistry (CHEM 2241 - or - CHEM 2443 & CHEM 2444)
    • Biochemistry (MCB 2000)
    • Principles of Biology (BIO 1107)
    • Statistics (STAT 1000Q - or - STAT 1100Q)
    • Fundamentals of Nutrition (NUSC 1165)
    • Food, Culture, and Society (NUSC 1167)
    • Human Physiology and Anatomy (PNB 2264 & PNB 2265)\
    • One course in Psychology or Sociology
    • Nutrition and Human Development (NUSC 2200)
  2. Minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher is considered competitive
  3. Clarity of written communication
  4. Quality of references
  5. Completion of all general education requirements
  6. Completion of one W course and one E course

In addition to these prerequisites, specific graduation requirements for all University students may be found in the University’s catalog.

Guaranteed Admission Criteria

In order to qualify for Guaranteed Admission to the 4+1 Accelerated Dietetics program, a student must meet all of the following:

  1. Enter UConn as a freshman
  2. Apply to 4+1 Accelerated Dietetics program within two years of freshman admission
  3. Complete three successive semesters of full-time study of required UConn coursework
  4. Maintain overall GPA of 3.0 or higher
  5. Meet all General Admission Requirements (above) and submit program application by the deadline

UConn students who do not meet the Guaranteed Admission criteria will be reviewed competitively and on a space-available basis.

Common Questions

I’m coming in as a freshman and plan to apply to the 4+1 Accelerated Dietetics program. What major should I declare?

Students who enter UConn as freshmen with the intention of applying to the 4+1 Accelerated Dietetics program may declare any related major. However, we highly recommend declaring the Allied Health Sciences major to allow for advising within the Department. You'll spend your freshman and sophomore years completing prerequisite courses before applying (by February 1 of your sophomore year) for the 4+1 Accelerated Dietetics program to begin your junior year.

I’m an undergraduate student and plan to transfer to UConn. How will my application be reviewed?

Because of limited space in the program, preference is given to current UConn students. Transfer applicants will be reviewed on a space-available basis according to general admission requirements. Transfer students must meet all pre-requisite program requirements.

Do you accept international students?

Yes! If you're an international student interested in majoring in Dietetics, you'll follow UConn's international admissions procedures and work with International Student & Scholar Services (ISSS) to coordinate your admission and any necessary visas. Once admitted to the University, you'll follow the same procedures for applying into the Coordinated Program as domestic students.

Are there any requirements for Dietetics experience prior to admission?

No. However, it is highly recommended that you visit a variety of work settings where dietitians practice (e.g. acute care hospitals, long-term care facilities, school food service programs, etc.) and/or talk to individuals working in the field. This will give you a better idea of what to expect as you proceed through the program and determine whether Dietetics is the right program for you.

Applying to Dietetics Programs

4+1 Accelerated Dietetics Program Application Information

Priority Application Deadline: February 1

Required Application Components:

  1. Dietetics and Health Promotion Sciences Application
  2. Personal Statement (see application for instructions)
  3. Resume
  4. Two letters of recommendation
  5. Unofficial UConn Transcript (access through Student Admin)
  6. Official Transcript(s) for any non-UConn institution attended

Admissions Decisions: Applicants will be notified of admission decisions by March 1. Applicants must accept program admission by March 15th.