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Cheapest Dietetics and Clinical Nutrition Services Colleges

Ranked by lowest net price after financial aid. See our methodology.

CUNY Hunter College delivers the nation's most affordable dietetics education at just $2,446 net cost, making nutrition science accessible in a city where registered dietitians earn competitive salaries at major medical centers like Mount Sinai and NYU Langone. The price gap between top programs spans $6,485, with University of Florida graduates achieving a 91.50% completion rate despite charging only $6,351 annually. California's public universities dominate the affordable tier, though earnings vary dramatically from $26,585 at Cal State LA to over $40,000 in Texas border regions. Ohio University's regional campuses offer the lowest sticker prices but struggle with completion rates below 20%. These programs prepare students for careers in clinical settings, food service management, and community health, with the aging population driving 7% job growth nationally through 2032.
50
Programs
$2,446 – $13,780
Net Price Range
$30,834
Avg. Program Earnings
53.1%
Avg. Graduation Rate

50 Dietetics and Clinical Nutrition Services Programs

Program rankings
# School Net Price In-State Tuition Graduation Rate Acceptance Rate
1 $2,446 $7,382 61.0% 47.9%
2 $2,943 $7,452 56.6% 54.5%
3 $3,482 $7,410 49.3% 55.3%
4 $3,830 $7,538 60.2% 69.5%
5 $4,113 $6,813 52.6% 86.9%
6 $4,503 $6,178 20.0%
7 $5,328 $6,178 19.3%
8 $5,918 $7,675 54.7% 91.1%
9 $5,971 $6,178 17.7%
10 $6,133 $6,178 13.7%
11 $6,351 $6,381 91.5% 23.4%
12 $6,483 $6,178 12.1%
13 $6,500 $9,859 49.3% 87.7%
14 $6,507 $5,324 52.5% 51.6%
15 $6,747 $8,147 52.2% 78.1%
16 $7,668 $6,920 30.2%
17 $7,669 $21,290 61.3% 21.1%
18 $8,327 $8,942 48.7% 96.9%
19 $8,896 $17,462 59.5% 97.9%
20 $8,931 $7,008 69.9% 40.0%
21 $9,121 $9,708 59.5% 84.0%
22 $9,133 $6,565 73.9% 63.9%
23 $10,204 $9,892 45.6% 96.6%
24 $10,353 $6,389 68.2% 70.5%
25 $10,997 $5,656 83.0% 25.0%
26 $11,234 $8,991 51.2% 86.9%
27 $11,504 $17,462 56.7% 97.4%
28 $11,580 $7,439 66.7% 55.4%
29 $11,592 $14,952 44.8% 75.0%
30 $11,800 $7,513 37.2% 99.5%
31 $11,877 $10,791 52.9% 80.6%
32 $12,091 $8,173 54.3% 98.4%
33 $12,188 $9,992 41.1% 92.3%
34 $12,209 $10,125 57.6% 62.4%
35 $12,267 $10,110 47.6%
36 $12,313 $14,338 60.3% 78.7%
37 $12,579 $4,532 59.1% 84.8%
38 $12,869 $9,228 57.3% 93.7%
39 $12,882 $7,424 50.1% 94.2%
40 $12,909 $12,700 49.6% 70.7%
41 $13,085 $7,754 55.1% 69.5%
42 $13,164 $9,412 68.5% 97.4%
43 $13,181 $12,186 62.6% 72.8%
44 $13,339 $17,452 65.4% 97.3%
45 $13,485 $12,643 83.7% 47.5%
46 $13,670 $12,051 67.8% 89.8%
47 $13,696 $12,922 55.0% 97.5%
48 $13,726 $8,834 56.0% 89.1%
49 $13,741 $7,992 64.7% 76.7%
50 $13,780 $7,566 28.9% 65.3%

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes CUNY programs so affordable for dietetics students?

CUNY schools dominate the most affordable tier with net costs between $2,446 and $3,830. Four CUNY campuses rank in the top five nationally, benefiting from substantial state funding and need-based aid. Hunter College leads at $2,446 while maintaining a 61% graduation rate, proving that low cost doesn't compromise quality.

How do graduation rates compare among the cheapest programs?

University of Florida achieves the highest graduation rate at 91.50% despite charging just $6,351 annually. CUNY programs range from 49.30% to 61%, while Ohio University regional campuses struggle significantly with rates between 12.10% and 20%. The completion rate gap of nearly 80 percentage points shows dramatic quality differences among budget options.

Where do dietetics graduates earn the most after completing affordable programs?

University of Texas Rio Grande Valley graduates earn $40,467 annually, the highest among affordable programs despite the $6,500 net cost. CUNY Lehman follows at $36,041, while California programs show mixed results. Brooklyn College graduates start at just $26,121, creating a $14,000 earning gap among budget-friendly options.

Is University of Florida worth the higher acceptance rate for dietetics?

Florida accepts only 23.35% of applicants but delivers strong value with a 91.50% graduation rate at $6,351 net cost. This selectivity contrasts sharply with Cal State San Bernardino's 91.08% acceptance rate and 54.70% completion rate. Florida's competitive admission process appears to correlate with significantly better student outcomes.

Does student debt vary significantly among these affordable programs?

Available debt data shows manageable levels between $9,218 at Brooklyn College and $16,212 at Cal State San Bernardino. Most graduates carry under $13,000 in debt, well below national averages for health science programs. These low debt loads reflect both affordable tuition and strong financial aid at public institutions serving nutrition science students.

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Net price reflects the average cost after grants and scholarships for first-time, full-time students. See our methodology for details.