| Course | Cost per Credit | Resident | Non-resident | ABM |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| NTRI 7016 Advanced Practicum in Dietetics (*9 credits) | $1250 | $11,250 | $11,250 | $11,250 |
| Didactic Courses (30 credits**) | $533** | $15,990 | $15,990 | Variable** |
| TOTAL (estimated) | $27,240 | $27,240 | ~$25,000 |
*9 credit hours are required to complete the minimum of 1000 hours of supervised practice to meet the requirements as established by the Accreditation Council for Education in Nutrition and Dietetics (ACEND).
**For AU students enrolled in the Accelerated Bachelors to Masters (ABM) Program, the number of credits priced at the graduate-level may be reduced
***Total distance learning fee per credit hour is $533 (Tuition: $450 per credit hour + Fees: $83/credit hour) regardless of the student’s geographic location.
Information about Auburn University tuition and fees, room and board, and other associated educational costs may be found here.
Students are required to purchase materials necessary for success at Auburn to support their learning and supervised practice experiences. Students are expected to keep materials and resources as they are often necessary for the remainder of the program and/or professional practice. Estimated costs are listed below, but costs and materials may vary.
| Required | Estimated Cost |
White Lab Coat
Name Badge RD Exam Study Material AHA BLS Certification and ServSafe Certification Slip-resistant closed toed shoes Health screenings, immunizations, drug screens, background checks Books, course packets, supplemental material, technology Professional Liability and Experiential Learning Insurance Transportation to Practice Sites Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics Student Membership Local District Dietetic Association Student Membership Alabama Dietetic Association Conference (ALDA)* Food and Nutrition Conference and Expo (FNCE)* |
$80
$25 $200 $35 $65 $200 $800 $50 Varibale dependent on location $58 $5 $75 + travel $155 + travel |
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*Cost of attendance at local, state, and national meetings is the responsibility of the student. These meetings are usually optional. Expenses may include transportation, lodging, meals, and registration. Cost varies, depending on meeting and location.
For supervised practice experiences (internship hours), additional expenses are incurred by the student. Costs vary. These expenses typically include the following:
| Item | Estimated Cost |
|---|---|
| Examination Fee* | $225 |
| Annual Registration Maintenance Fee* | $150 |
*Paid after program completion, required for RDN credential
