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Graduate Pathway in Nutrition and Dietetics

Saint Louis University
An INTO SLU Graduate Pathway program in Nutrition and Dietetics will prepare you to enter your next semester of a master’s degree program at Saint Louis University. Upon successful completion of the Graduate Pathway program and meeting university requirements for graduate admission, you may enter your next semester of graduate study at Saint Louis University. This transition from an INTO program to a university degree program is called progression.

Key Information

  • A Pathway program provides academic, language and cultural support in order to succeed at a US university.
  • Students are guaranteed progression to a graduate degree program through a curriculum consisting of credit-earning courses.
  • Students will benefit from fully integrated classes with both domestic and other international students on campus while learning from highly trained university instructors and tutors.

Program Details

Graduate Pathway in Nutrition and Dietetics

Saint Louis University

Academic Requirements
Undergraduate degree in Nutrition or Dietetics or equivalent. 2.50 GPA on a 4.0 scale. 3 letters of recommendation. Professional goal statement. Current resume.
English Language Requirements
TOEFL 70 (13 subscores in reading and writing), IELTS 6.0 (5.5 subscores in reading and writing), PTEA 48, TOEFL Essentials 7.5, Duolingo 95, or Completion of Academic English Level 4

Note: The information is subject to change and application decisions may vary based on individual circumstances.

2026 Fall Start (October)

Degree start date : 13th August 2026 - Degree end date: 14th May 2027

  • Semester 1 fall: 13th August 2026 - 11th December 2026
  • Semester 2 spring: 7th January 2027 - 14th May 2027
2027 Spring Start (March)

Degree start date : 7th January 2027 - Degree end date: 10th December 2027

  • Semester 1 spring: 7th January 2027 - 14th May 2027
  • Semester 2 fall: 12th August 2027 - 10th December 2027

Estimated cost of attendance

Tuition fee

$ 40,060.00

Approximate cost

$ 40,060.00

Detailed pricing breakdown coming soon

Degree Program Components
37 Credit hour program 6 - 9 Credit hours apply from Pathway 28 - 31 Credit hours remaining toward degree
Credit Number
Sample Classes Title
Credit Units

Semester 1

DIET XXXX
Foundation Course
3 Credit Units
EAP 4100
Graduate Reading & Writing as Researchers
3 Credit Units
EAP 4150
Listening & Speaking for International Graduate Students I
2 Credit Units
Total credit units
8 Credit Units

Semester 2

DIET XXXX
Foundation Course
3 Credit Units
DIET XXXX
Foundation Course
3 Credit Units
EAP 4200
Advanced Reading & Writing as Researchers
3 Credit Units
EAP 4250
Listening & Speaking for International Graduate Students II
2 Credit Units
Total credit units
11 Credit Units
Notes
  • * These courses are generally delivered through the INTO Center and are for Pathway students only. Students must maintain 2.0 GPA per semester to remain in good academic standing.

  • EAP 4700 is graded P/NP. Students need a P to progress.

    Foundation courses will be determined in consultation with department.

    Students who do not have the appropriate academic background may have to take prerequisites that do not count towards the degree. Missing prerequisites may add additional time to degree.

P

= Placement option available

A

= Study abroad option available

Nutrition and Dietetics-M.S.

Minimum 3.0 cumulative SLU GPA
English level: Successful Completion of Pathway Portfolio
Additional Requirements
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