Human Nutrition & Dietetic Sciences (NUTR)
Welcome to the Human Nutrition & Dietetic Sciences (HNDS) program in the Department of Family and Consumer Sciences. We offer programs of study leading to a Bachelor of Science (B.S.), as well as various opportunities to obtain a minor that will enhance your educational goals. Our faculty is student-centered with equity, inclusion, and diversity among our top priorities.
The HNDS program prepares nutrition professionals for positions in community nutrition, clinical care, public health, and food service management. We enjoy the opportunity to work with students and assist in their educational journey and professional growth. (Program outcomes data are available upon request).
Program Goal 1: Program graduates will be competent candidates for dietetic internships/supervised practices
Objective 1: At least 80 percent of students complete program/degree requirements within 3 years (150% of planned program length).
Objective 2: At least 55 percent of program graduates apply for admission to a supervised practice program prior to or within 12 months of graduation
Objective 3: Of program graduates who apply to a supervised practice program, at least 50% are admitted within 12 months of graduation
Objective 4: 75% of program graduates who have been admitted into supervised practice programs and respond to the Program Graduate Survey will rate a minimum of 3 out of 5 in being ready for supervised practice or graduate school.
Objective 5: 75% of graduates will be scored by the dietetic internship directors a minimum of 3 out of 5 related to being prepared for supervised practice for graduate education within 12 months
Objective 6: 75% of graduates will be scored by the dietetic internship directors a minimum of 3 out of 5 related to being resourceful, professional, and culturally competent within 12 months
Program Goal 2: To prepare graduates to become competent registered dietitians.
Objective 1: The program’s one-year pass rate (graduates who pass the registration exam within one year of first attempt) on the CDR credentialing exam for dietitian nutritionist is at least 80%.
Thank you for your interest in the New Mexico State University Human Nutrition & Dietetic Sciences (HNDS) program.
Undergraduate Majors
Bachelor of Science in Pre-Dietetics/Dietetics
The Bachelor of Science in Pre-Dietetics/Dietetics emphasizes dietetics sciences with many foundational science courses. Graduates are able to pursue the registered dietitian credential and work in clinical, community, and a variety of other settings. We maintain accreditation by the Accreditation Council for Education in Nutrition and Dietetics (ACEND) Eat Right ACEND. Please refer to the HNDS Pre-dietetics/ Dietetics handbook for full program requirements.
Program completion requirement policy:
Students must earn a grade of C or better in all required nutrition courses and maintain a GPA of 3.0 or above once admitted to the Dietetics program to receive a verification statement.
Students must successfully complete the learning activities (a score of C or better) associated with each ACEND KRDN (Knowledge for Registered Dietitian Nutritionist) to receive a verification statement.
- ACEND Accreditation Standards - Dietetics Option
ACEND 120 South Riverside Plaza, Suite 2190 Chicago, IL 60606-6995 800-877-1600 ext. 5400
Bachelor of Science in Nutrition Education
The Bachelor of Science in Nutrition Education emphasizes nutrition, health science, and instruction. Graduates will be able to provide education to the community and the general public regarding healthy living and healthy eating.
Minors
The College of Agriculture, Consumer, and Environmental Sciences (ACES) offers opportunities to obtain a minor that will complement your degree in HNDS. Additional opportunities outside of the College of ACES may also be available. Please check with your advisor.
HNDS Major Roadmaps
Pre-Dietetics/Dietetics
Nutrition Education
NMSU Academic Calendar
The program's schedule, vacations, holidays, and leave of absence policy follow the university's schedule, vacation, and leave of absence policy.
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Educational Costs
New Mexico State University tuition and fee rates apply to all degree programs. For more information on tuition and fee rates, please visit University Accounts.