Translate science into personalized nutrition plans for healthy eating, various health conditions and general wellness by becoming a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN):
- Well Established. The Accelerated Master’s Coordinated Program (CP) at Mizzou is among the oldest accredited CP in the country. Housed in a world-class research institution, our CP is well-known for producing high-quality nutrition professionals and expertise in translating nutrition research.
- Hands-On Experiences. Students in Mizzou’s CP gain experience in hospitals and clinics, schools, business and industry, private practice and public health clinics.
- Career Acceleration. Upon completion of the program, students are eligible to take the Registration Examination for Dietitians (RD exam).
Program Details
The Coordinated Program (CP) is an accelerated program resulting in both a bachelor’s and master’s degree.
- Three years of prerequisites in Food Science and Human Nutrition, which is the pre-dietetics sequence
- Two years in the Coordinated Program in Dietetics
Admittance to this program is a selective process. It is not a stand-alone master’s program or designed for individuals who already have their RDN credential but may accommodate people with prior degrees.
- Find full program details, requirements and courses
- Map out your classes: Five‑year course plan semester by semester
- Student handbook (PDF)
- Preceptor handbook (PDF)

Learn more about our nationally accredited program.
The Mizzou Coordinated Program in Dietetics is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Education in Nutrition and Dietetics (ACEND). ACEND is the accrediting agency for education programs preparing students for careers as registered dietitian nutritionists.
ACEND contact information:
Accreditation Council for Education in Nutrition and Dietetics
Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics
120 South Riverside Plaza, Suite 2190
Chicago, IL 60606-6995
Phone: 800-877-1600
Email: ACEND@eatright.org
Website: eatrightpro.org/acend