About the Program
The Dietetics Program @EIU is a comprehensive package of programs designed to provide nutrition & dietetics training for students pursuing clinical and health-related fields and professions.
EIU’s Coordinated Program is currently accredited by the Accreditation Council for Education in Nutrition and Dietetics (ACEND), 120 S. Riverside Plaza, Suite 2190, Chicago, IL 60606-6995, (800) 877-1600, ext. 5400, https://www.eatrightpro.org/acend.
We are no longer admitting students to the graduate Coordinated Program. If you are
interested in pursuing the Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) credential, please
refer to the ACEND directory for a complete list of nationwide accredited graduate
degree programs.
Click Here for the ACEND Program Directory
Accreditation information:
EIU’s Coordinated Program is currently accredited by the Accreditation Council for
Education in Nutrition and Dietetics (ACEND), 120 S. Riverside Plaza, Suite 2190,
Chicago, IL 60606-6995, (800) 877-1600, ext. 5400, https://www.eatrightpro.org/acend
We are no longer admitting students to the graduate Coordinated Program. If you are
interested in pursuing the Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) credential, please
refer to the ACEND directory for a complete list of nationwide accredited graduate
degree programs.
In most states, graduates also must obtain licensure or certification to practice. For more information about licensure per state click here.