Heewon Yoon, Yeungnam University Food and Nutrition Graduate, Achieves Top Nationwide Score in National Dietitian Examination

The Department of Food and Nutrition at Yeungnam University (President Choi Oechul) announced on the 16th that it has once again proven the excellence of its educational capabilities, having produced the top nationwide scorer in the 49th National Dietitian Examination in 2025.

Heewon Yoon, who graduated from the Department of Food and Nutrition at Yeungnam University in February this year, passed the 49th National Dietitian Examination, held in December last year, with a score of 213 out of a possible 220 points, ranking first nationwide. A total of 4,935 people took the exam, and 3,460 passed (a pass rate of 70.1%). Heewon Yoon achieved consistently high scores across all subjects, recording the highest score nationwide.

Yoon Heewon, who ranked first nationwide in the national dietitian licensing exam

Kim Chunyoung, head of the department, stated, "Our efforts to systematically assess and support students' learning processes have led to meaningful results," and added, "Recognizing that preparing for the national examination is directly linked to developing on-site practical skills, we will continue to strengthen practice-oriented education and support for exam preparation."

The Department of Food and Nutrition at Yeungnam University maintains a high pass rate in the national dietitian examination every year, based on a systematic curriculum and an integration of theory and practical training. Building on the achievement of producing the top nationwide scorer this year, the department plans to further enhance its support system for the national examination while continuously nurturing talented individuals with expertise and competitiveness in various career fields, including clinical nutrition, food service, and the food industry.

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