Program Overview

Master of Science in Dietetics & Nutrition

The Master of Science program in Dietetics and Nutrition integrates dietetics and advanced nutrition science with research to prepare students for successful careers. Employment opportunities for graduates are abundant in healthcare, wellness, and food/foodservice industries. The master's program can be completed in as little as 3 semesters or on a part-time basis.

Program Overview

• The MS program is 31-credits and students have the option to choose a general master's program or two optional specializations by fulfilling 9 electives of specific coursework:
  • Sports Nutrition
  • Infant & Childhood Nutrition
• Alongside the MS program, students also have the option to complete the DPD requirements to earn a DPD verification statement (if they have not earned it during their bachelors).
• This program also serves as preliminary preparation for enrollment into a doctoral program, and career goals should be discussed with an advisor as soon as possible to ensure exceptional results.

Admission Requirements

Applicants must meet the following admission criteria:

• Must have a bachelor's degree or equivalent from an accredited college or university or, in the case of foreign students, an accredited institution recognized in its own country as preparing students for further study at the graduate level.
• Must have a minimum of a 3.0 Grade Point Average (GPA) on a 4.0 scale. The GPA is calculated on the student's last 60 credits of undergraduate upper-division hours.
• The applicant may be required to complete prerequisite courses in order to be eligible for admission into the MS program.

Application Materials

To be considered for admission, all applicants must submit the following required application materials:

• Official transcripts from accredited institutions.
• Official Proof of Degree.

International Applicants

Must submit documents mentioned above, in addition to the items listed below:

• Official translations in English for non-English transcripts/documents.
• International applicants whose native language is not English are required to submit a score for the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) or for the International English Language Testing System (IELTS). A total score of 80 on the iBT TOEFL or a 6.5 overall on the IELTS is required.
• Must complete the Declaration of Finances.
• Must submit official bank letters.
• Must submit Financial Sponsor Letter.
• International Students (currently in the USA) must submit their F1-Transfer Forms.

Program Requirements

• Graduates of the MS program who hold a DPD verification statement or Declaration of Intent (DOI) may apply to the Dietetic Internship in the final semester, which is only open to MS students.
• The Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR) will require, as of January 1, 2024, a minimum of a master's degree to be eligible to take the credentialing exam to become a registered dietitian nutritionist (RDN).

Additional Information

• Verification Statement: Students with degrees from an accredited dietetics and nutrition program in the U.S. must provide an original copy of their Verification Statement once admitted to their program of study.
• The program serves as a foundation for further academic pursuits, such as doctoral programs, and career advancement in the field of dietetics and nutrition.