Graduate Coordinated Program in Dietetics at the University of Washington

Graduate Coordinated Program in Dietetics

University of Washington

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General Information

The GCPD program with the Graduate Program in Nutritional Sciences is housed in Raitt Hall on the north section of the campus and is administered through the Department of the Epidemiology in the School of Public Health and Community Medicine.

Accreditation

The Graduate Coordinated Program in Dietetics (GCPD) at the University of Washington is currently granted accreditation by the Commission on Accreditation for Dietetics Education by the American Dietetic Association (ADA), 120 Riverside Dr., Suite 2000, Chicago, IL 60606-6995, 1-800-877-1600

GCPD Completion Rate and Pass Rate on RD Exam

The GCPD at the University of Washington has experienced a 98% completion rate over the last five years. Our graduates have been very successful in taking the RD examination with a 100% pass rate.

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Tuition: 2009 - 2010

Students enrolled in the GCPD are completing both a degree and preparing to become a Registered Dietitian. The fees below reflect the course of study for the first two years. All students are also required to complete a master’s thesis which may be incorporated into existing quarters. However, most students do require at least one quarter beyond the practice experience to complete the thesis. The time to completion of the thesis is under the students control.

GCPD Year One (Coursework)

Estimated tuition for the first year of the GCPD is shown in the table below. The most current information is available from the UW web site: http://www.washington.edu/admin/pb/home/opb-tuition.htm. Note tuition is subject to change. Consult the UW web site for updates.

GCPD Year Two (Practice Experience)

During year two, students register for 10 hours of EXDP credit (NUTR 561), at $445 per credit plus a $55 registration fee each quarter. EXDP tuition is due only during Winter, Spring, and Summer of year two, even though students are completing some NUTR 561 requirements during the preceding summer and fall quarters.

Tuition and Fees, Year One

2007-2008

Washington State Resident

Non-Resident

.

Tier I (MS)

Tier III (MPH)

Tier I (MS)

Tier III (MPH)

Autumn/ Winter/ Spring

Total

($3,349/quarter)

$10,047

$3,683/quarter

$11,049

$7,505/quarter

$22,515

$7,840/quarter

$23,520

Summer
3 credits UW
3 credits UW Extension

$ 1,326
$     735

$ 1,472
$     735

$ 3,050
$    735

$ 3,191
$    735

Total Year One

$12,108

$13,256

$26,300

$27,446

Tuition and Fees, Year Two

Washington State Resident

Non-Resident

.

Tier I (MS)

Tier III (MPH)

Tier I (MS)

Tier III (MPH)

Autumn quarter (coursework)

$3,349

$3,683

$7,505

$7,840

Supervised Practice

Nutr 561 – 10 credits per quarter

Winter, Spring, Summer

$4,450/q*

$13,350

$4,450/q *

$13,350

$4,450/q *

$13,350

$4,450/ *

$13,350

EXDP fee

$      55

$      55

$      55

$      55

Total 2^nd year

$16,754

$17,088

$20,910

$21,245

* Tuition for the practice experience are through the Extended Degree Program where there is no distinction for tiers or residency

Other program fees:

Application fee - $55

Technology fee - $32
Student activity fee - $110
Liability Insurance - $25
Immunization Review including immunizations - $275
Food Handler's Permit - $10

Housing:

Information regarding student housing may be found on the UW web site: http://www.washington.edu/students/#STDLIFE. This page will also give you information about Academics, Finances in general, Student life, University Policies, Career Planning and Student Services as well as many other topics of interest.

Transportation:

Transportation: The UW offers an exceptional transportation package to students. The U-Pass program allows a student to ride Metro, Community Transit and Sound Transit service anytime, anywhere on these systems. (This system does not include Washington State Ferries or Pierce County Transit). A U-Pass sticker is automatically sent to the student at the beginning of each quarter with the registration confirmation. The $44 quarterly fee (2008) is included on the tuition statement.

Books and Fees:

Books and fees: The number and cost of textbooks required in the GCPD courses will vary. The student should anticipate spending approximately $100-$120 per course in texts and course syllabus materials.
Students in the GCPD are required to be members of the American Dietetic Association. The student membership fee in 2007-2008 is $49.

Students are required to attend the Washington State Dietetic Association Annual Meeting at least once. Student registration fees are approximately $75. The location of this meeting varies but may be outside the Greater Seattle area and therefore students may need to pay for overnight lodging and arrange for transportation. Information on the meeting is available on the WSDA web site.

In addition to these fees the student will incur typical living expenses.

Financial Aid:

Information on financial aid may be obtained from the University of Washington web site. Limited financial aid may be obtained from the Interdisciplinary Program in Nutritional Sciences in the form of work-study funds and student stipends. The American Dietetic Association and the Washington State Dietetic Association have student awards and scholarships available. Please note that financial aid from these sources is competitive. Students are encouraged to explore these funding opportunities as early as possible.

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Faculty:

The GCPD faculty are registered dietitians who have advanced academic training in epidemiology, oncology, renal disease and nutrition. Additionally, they have years of clinical and public health experience in dietetics and in the education of dietetic practitioners. Students are precepted in clinical sites by Registered Dietitians who years of experience in clinical practice as well as training other healthcare professionals.

Director
Barbara Bruemmer, PhD, RD
Director, Graduate Coordinated Program in Dietetics
Senior Lecturer, Department of Epidemiology
Nutritional Sciences Program
School of Public Health and Community Medicine
University of Washington

Box 353410, 306-C Raitt Hall
Seattle, WA 98195-3410
Office (206) 616-7362
FAX (206) 685-1696
Email: bbruemme@u.washington.edu

Louise Peck, PhD, RD
Coordinator Supervised Practice
Graduate Coordinated Program in Dietetics
Lecturer, Department of Epidemiology
Nutritional Sciences Program
School of Public Health and Community Medicine
University of Washington

Box 353410, 306-C Raitt Hall
Seattle, WA 98195-3410
Office (206) 543-2501
FAX (206) 685-1696
Email lpeck@u.washington.edu

Pam Charney, PhD, RD
Clinical Coordinator
Graduate Coordinated Program in Dietetics
Lecturer, Department of Epidemiology
Nutritional Sciences Program
School of Public Health and Community Medicine
University of Washington

Box 353410, 306-C Raitt Hall
Seattle, WA 98195-3410
Office (206)
FAX (206) 685-1696
Email pcharney@mac.com

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Location:

The Graduate Program in Nutritional Sciences is located on the 3rd floor of Raitt Hall on the main campus in Seattle.

Maps of the University of Washington: Raitt Hall

Directions to Raitt Hall

From I-5 southbound, take the NE 45th Street exit (#169). Turn left onto NE 45th Street. Continue east about one half mile to 17th Avenue NE. Turn right onto the main campus. Stop at the gatehouse (Gate #2) for directions and a parking permit.

From I-5 northbound, take the NE 45th Street exit (#169). Turn right onto NE 45th Street. Continue east about one half mile to 17th Avenue NE. Turn right onto the main campus. Stop at the Gate #2 for directions and a parking permit.
Coming from the east use State Route 520; take the Montlake Boulevard exit. Continue north past Husky Stadium. When the road splits, take the left fork onto 25th Avenue NE. At the traffic light, turn left onto Pend Oreille Road. Stop at the Gate #3 located up the hill for directions and a parking permit.

History: Nutritional Sciences at the University of Washington:

University of Washington has a long tradition of education in the field of food and nutrition. Dietetics education first was offered on the campus in 1974.

1929 Campus Day showing students gathered on quad, University of Washington Aerial of campus taken from the south, University of Washington, ca. 1926

Raitt Hall, circa 1929 UW Quad, circa 1926

UW Quad today Courses are often taught in the Health

Sciences complex. We emphasize

interdisciplinary training and leadership

development

Student learning is supported by the outstanding University of Washington library system which is one of the largest research libraries in North America.

Opportunities for activities and cultural events:

The Pacific Northwest and the Greater Seattle area are rich in opportunities for an active lifestyle. We also encourage students to explore the campus environment for performing art and cultural events through the UW World Series. Students are eligible to use the IMA (intramural activities building) on campus. We also have two museums on campus, the Burke Museum and the Henry Art Gallery as well.

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University of Washington
Nutritional Sciences Program
305 Raitt Hall, Box 353410
Seattle, WA 98195
(206) 543-1730 voice

(206) 685-1696 FAX

For additional information please contact the GCPD at the UW: bbruemme@u.washington.edu

Last Updated: September 23, 2008