Cost and Aid
The Zilber College of Public Health website provides general information about tuition, scholarships, and fellowships. More detailed information about the MPH-Nutrition and Dietetics program can be found below.
Approximate costs* of participating in the MPH-Nutrition and Dietetics two-year program are as follows:
Approximate tuition based on 2-year full-time enrollment (including 2 summers) | $31,891 (resident) $67,150 (non-resident) Non-resident tuition costs are lower for residents of Minnesota and those participating in the Midwest Student Exchange. Refer to the UWM Bursar Office Graduate Fee Schedule for details. |
Housing | Cost varies |
Textbooks | $1,200 |
Program-specific software and technology-related fees | $400 |
Instructional technology fee for online and hybrid courses | Varies depending upon number of online or hybrid courses selected ($30/credit) |
Academy of Nutrition & Dietetics student membership | $58/year |
Background check | $25 |
Substance screening | Cost varies |
Physical exam | Cost varies |
Health insurance | Cost varies |
Professional liability insurance | Provided by UWM Additional insurance available for $35/year |
Lab coats and professional attire | Cost varies |
ServSafe Manager course and exam | $179 |
CPR Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers | $50 |
RDN exam preparation aid | $250 |
RDN credentialing exam (not part of program) | $200 |
Financial aid and scholarships
Students applying to the program for Fall 2023 who also wish to apply for FAFSA must submit their application by June 30, 2023. Students do not need to wait to be officially admitted to the program to apply for FAFSA. More information about financing your UWM education can be found at UWM’s One Stop Enrollment and Financial Services.
Information specific to financial support of graduate study (e.g., assistantships, fellowships, travel awards, on-campus employment) can be found at the UWM Graduate School website.
Scholarships are also available via Zilber College of Public Health, the Wisconsin Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics, and the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics.