Bachelor of Science in Dietetics

Ball State University

Ball State’s major in dietetics is a challenging program that prepares you for the first step of the five-step process of becoming a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN). Registered Dietitian Nutritionists (RDNs) are employed in more than 40 unique specialties within hospitals, public health clinics, senior care communities, sports organizations, schools, state and local government agencies, and more. If your goal is to become an RDN, your timing is perfect employer demand for Registered Dietitian Nutritionists is much higher than the national average. Whatever your career goals, this major will equip you for success in the field of nutrition. The Ball State University Didactic Program in Dietetics has as its mission the preparation of students for acceptance into, and successful completion of, an accredited supervised practice program, an advanced degree program, and/or entry into a career in foods and nutrition as Registered Dietitian Nutritionists.

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