School of Graduate Studies Application Fee: $75 for those not currently enrolled in the Rutgers School of Graduate Studies.
2026-2027 Year Tuition
$929 per credit, NJ resident
$1,595 per credit, out-of-state resident
Tuition cost depends on total credits students need.
For full-time, degree-seeking students with no prior graduate course credits or prior supervised practice learning, 30 graduate credits are needed (In-state tuition: approximately $13,935/year or $27,870 total and Out of state tuition: approximately $23,925/year $47,850 total).
The total credits required decrease when students enter the DI program with approved prior graduate course credits.
Student Fee: $3,784 for 4 semesters ($964.00/semester)
School Fee: $934 for 4 semesters ($233.50/semester)
Technology Fee: $884 for 4 semesters ($221.00/semester)
Off-Site Fee: $4,478 for 4 semesters ($1,119.50/semester)
DI Program Fee: $9,000 (fall semester) + $9,000 (spring semester); the DI program fee is non-refundable.
Optional Fee
Student Health Insurance Plan (SHIP) ~$6,572 for 2 years ($3,286/year)
Students covered under another health care plan may be able to waive this fee; health insurance must be maintained for at least the duration of participation in this program. Please visit the Student Health Insurance Plan (2026-519-2) for more information.
Other Costs
Criminal Background Check and Drug Testing: $250
Travel to Rotation Sites: $1,500 for 2 years ($750/year)
Supplies (e.g., books, software): $1,500 for 2 years ($750/year)
Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics Membership Dues: $120 for 2 years ($60/year). Students must maintain membership at least until completing the program. Fee estimates are for 2 years.
