Program Overview

Master of Science in Nutrition and Dietetics

The Master of Science in Nutrition and Dietetics with a Concentration in Foods and Nutrition is a degree program designed to provide advanced academic training in food and nutrition. This program is suitable for individuals who already hold professional credentials in a health field, such as RDN, MD, DDS, or RPh, and are looking to further their career.

About the Degree

The Master of Science in Nutrition and Dietetics with a Concentration in Foods and Nutrition is a full-time or part-time program that consists of 34 credits. The program has two start dates: Spring and Fall, with application deadlines of October 1 and January 15, respectively.

Your Academic Experience

The program will train students to:

• Educate individuals and the public on food choices that will optimize health and prevent disease
• Apply nutrition principles to health promotion and the prevention of diet-related disease conditions
• Monitor trends and issues in the discipline of nutrition and translate this information into curriculum and training programs
• Apply research principles and methods to the examination of current problems in nutrition and health

Curriculum

The 34-credit curriculum combines coursework in nutrition science, food science, food culture, and selected electives tailored to the student's personal goals and interests. After completing the foundational core of the degree, students will take courses in research methods and applications, using class concepts to create and present an original research project on a topic of their choosing.

Program Benefits for International Students

International students may be eligible for 12 months of Optional Practical Training (OPT) off-campus work authorization after graduation. Additionally, F-1 students in this program may be eligible for the STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics) OPT extension, allowing them to extend their time in the United States to pursue degree-related work experience for a total of 36 months or 3 years.

Degree Details

• Official Degree Title: Master of Science in Nutrition and Dietetics with a Concentration in Foods and Nutrition
• Format: Full-time or Part-time
• Credits: 34
• Start Date: Spring or Fall
• Application Deadline: October 1 for Spring, January 15 for Fall

Program Options

The Department of Nutrition and Food Studies offers various degree options, including:

• Bachelor of Science in Nutrition and Food Studies
• Bachelor of Science in Global Public Health/Nutrition and Dietetics
• Bachelor of Science/Master of Public Health in Global Public Health and Nutrition/Public Health Nutrition (Dual Degree)
• Bachelor of Science/Master of Science in Nutrition and Food Studies/Nutrition and Dietetics (Dual Degree)
• Minor in Nutrition and Dietetics
• Master of Science in Nutrition and Dietetics: 40-Credit Clinical Nutrition (Pre-Professional Degree)
• Master of Science in Nutrition and Dietetics: 34-Credit Clinical Nutrition
• Doctor of Philosophy in Nutrition and Dietetics

Department of Nutrition and Food Studies

The Department of Nutrition and Food Studies is located at 411 Lafayette Street, 5th Floor, New York, NY 10003.