Best Colleges for Dietetics and Clinical Nutrition Services

Dietetics and Clinical Nutrition Services graduates play a critical role in helping individuals and communities achieve optimal health through proper nutrition. With 65 schools nationwide offering this specialized program, students have numerous options to pursue this rewarding career path. Graduates typically earn an average of $33,047 annually, with potential for growth as they gain experience and advanced certifications.

When evaluating programs, students should prioritize accreditation by the Accreditation Council for Education in Nutrition and Dietetics (ACEND), hands-on clinical experience opportunities, and strong relationships with healthcare facilities for internships. Look for curricula that combine food science, biochemistry, and counseling skills. Programs with high dietetic internship match rates and comprehensive exam preparation will better position graduates for successful careers in hospitals, schools, sports teams, or private practice.

Schools Ranked

$40,000

Avg. Program Earnings

63.4%

Avg. Graduation Rate

Top 25 Schools

College rankings
#	School	Median Earnings	Graduation Rate	School Type
1	Viterbo University La Crosse, Wisconsin	$52,107	65.2%	private-nonprofit
2	Eastern Michigan University Ypsilanti, Michigan	$46,790	45.5%	public
3	Keiser University-Ft Lauderdale Fort Lauderdale, Florida	$46,556	44.2%	private-nonprofit
4	D'Youville University Buffalo, New York	$46,321	56.7%	private-nonprofit
5	Ohio State University-Main Campus Columbus, Ohio	$44,276	87.7%	public
6	SUNY Buffalo State University Buffalo, New York	$42,682	36.0%	public
7	University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania	$42,682	84.3%	public
8	University of Illinois Chicago Chicago, Illinois	$42,682	60.3%	public
9	Marywood University Scranton, Pennsylvania	$41,937	72.5%	private-nonprofit
10	Kansas State University Manhattan, Kansas	$41,193	70.5%	public
11	Michigan State University East Lansing, Michigan	$40,728	82.2%	public
12	University of Vermont Burlington, Vermont	$40,647	78.6%	public
13	The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley Edinburg, Texas	$40,467	49.3%	public
14	The University of Alabama Tuscaloosa, Alabama	$38,018	73.7%	public
15	University of North Dakota Grand Forks, North Dakota	$36,848	63.3%	public
16	Florida International University Miami, Florida	$36,848	73.9%	public
17	Purdue University-Main Campus West Lafayette, Indiana	$36,134	83.1%	public
18	North Dakota State University-Main Campus Fargo, North Dakota	$36,134	63.7%	public
19	University of New Haven West Haven, Connecticut	$36,134	59.2%	private-nonprofit
20	CUNY Lehman College Bronx, New York	$36,041	49.3%	public
21	Iowa State University Ames, Iowa	$35,952	75.5%	public
22	Georgia State University Atlanta, Georgia	$35,060	53.7%	public
23	University of Akron Main Campus Akron, Ohio	$34,704	48.2%	public
24	University of Central Missouri Warrensburg, Missouri	$34,526	49.4%	public
25	SUNY College at Plattsburgh Plattsburgh, New York	$34,526	58.8%	public