College of Health and Social Sciences
The Nutrition and Dietetics program prepares students for careers in clinical dietetics, foodservice systems management, and nutrition education in hospitals, communities, industry, or government agencies.
Scholarships: Helen Mau, Rabolt, Lewenstein
Student Organization: Student Dietetics Association (SDA)
Students who complete this degree may submit an application for acceptance to the Dietetics Internship Program at SFSU to become Registered Dietitians - The program cap is 14 students.
Access the list of the major requirements to better understand the structure of the major.
The roadmap puts all of your graduation requirements into an easy-to-follow semester-by-semester plan so you know what to take to stay on track. Whether you are a freshman or a transfer student, you'll be able to find a roadmap that best fits you.
Besides your major requirements, students must complete their GE and University requirements. Be sure to make sure you've completed all of these requirements for graduation.
To learn more about this major, check out the major department’s website below. You can also find out how you can access their faculty advisors who can assist you not just with course choices, but also answer questions about the field and discuss your career plans.
Family, Interiors, Nutrition, & Apparel (FINA) Department
Burk Hall Building, Room 329
Phone: (415) 338-1219
Email: fina@sfsu.edu, gusv@sfsu.edu
Website: https://fina.sfsu.edu/, https://fina.sfsu.edu/Nutrition-Dietetics
Chair: Gus Vouchilas
Freshmen Student Advising Information
After choosing “Basic Subjects” GE courses in Steps 1-3 of your Orientation process (if you haven’t done so, log onto your Orientation Profile page to follow the “Pre-Orientation Advising Module”), STEP 4 Choosing Major Classes will show you if there are any classes you can take to satisfy major requirements for your first and/or second semester.
Once you have determined your Roadmap above, review the first section below and write down any course recommendations based on your corresponding major roadmap on your Freshmen Class Planner worksheet.
Students should focus on completing their GE’s during their first and second semesters. If selecting a course for GE Area B4, MATH 124 is recommended.
- May apply to become a Registered Dietician.
- Community and public health nutritionist
- Food marketer
- Food public relations specialist
- Food service supervisor
- Food service manager
- Dietetic technician
- Clinical dietitian
Transfer Student Advising Information
Please see the box above labeled “Major Curriculum/Roadmaps & GE/University Requirements” for information on what courses to take in your first semester at SF State. View our Frequently Asked Questions for Transfers for helpful tips and additional information.