Department
Nutrition & Dietetics
Develop the skills to care for the nutritional needs of individuals and communities.
100%
pass rate for nutrition and dietetics majors in national-level credentialing exam for RDN (2020-2023).
Nutrition and dietetics profoundly affect human health. Even small changes to our eating habits can contribute to the prevention of several health issues and chronic conditions.
At Samford, the Department of Nutrition and Dietetics has prepared students for more than 100 years to become experts in the field, and our alumni are employed in diverse areas, including hospitals, clinics, education, research, sports nutrition, corporate wellness program, community and public health settings.
There are an infinite number of opportunities for students who are called to nutrition and dietetics to make a difference in the lives of individuals, families and entire populations.
Pursue Your Calling.
Prepare for a Fulfilling Career.
At Samford, we prepare dietitians and other professionals with the skills to care for the nutritional needs of individuals and communities.
Degrees and Certificates
Take the next step toward a career in nutrition and dietetics.
- BS in Culinary and Nutrition Wellness Management
- BS in Nutrition and Dietetics
- Minor in Nutrition
- Dietetic Internship Certificate Program
- Master of Science in Nutrition
- Master of Science in Nutrition, Dietetics Concentration
- Fast-Track Master of Science in Nutrition, Dietetics Concentration
- Joint Doctor of Pharmacy/MS in Nutrition
- Doctor of Public Health (DrPH)
Career Pathways
While our department provides a clear path to become a registered dietitian-nutritionist, the profession offers numerous career options and specialties, including:
- Registered dietitian nutritionist
- Community or public health nutritionist
- Sport nutrition and wellness
- Food industry professional
- Educator
- Food writer
- Research
- And more
Hallmarks of Nutrition and Dietetics at Samford
Christian Mission
Study in an environment where your faith will be fostered and integrated into discussions related to the physical and spiritual needs of individuals and communities.
Faculty Mentorship
Our faculty, representing a diverse range of experience and expertise, are readily available to you, building mentoring relationship that last years beyond graduation.
Amazing Facilities
Students engage in hands-on learning within Samford’s state-of-the-art kitchens, nutrition research labs and Experiential Learning and Simulation Center.
