Program Overview

MS, Nutrition and Dietetics: Clinical Nutrition (40 Credits)

The MS in Nutrition and Dietetics: Clinical Nutrition is a 40-credit program designed for students seeking to attain the Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) credential.

Program Overview

• The program offers advanced training in clinical nutrition, preparing students for careers in healthcare, research, and education.
• Students can choose from various concentrations, including Clinical Nutrition, Foods and Nutrition, and Nutrition and Dietetics.

Degree Options

• Master of Science in Nutrition and Dietetics: 40-Credit Clinical Nutrition: This program is designed for students seeking to attain the RDN credential.
• Master of Science in Nutrition and Dietetics: 34-Credit Clinical Nutrition: This program is for students pursuing advanced clinical nutrition training who already have completed a dietetic internship or have the RDN credential.
• Master of Science in Nutrition and Dietetics: Foods and Nutrition: This program is designed for students who already hold professional credentials in a health field (like medicine or dentistry) looking to further their careers with advanced training in food and nutrition.

Curriculum

• The curriculum includes coursework in nutrition science, clinical nutrition, and research methods.
• Students can also participate in dietetic internships and other experiential learning opportunities.

Admission Criteria

• GRE Requirements: The GRE is not required for any of the concentrations in the Nutrition master's program.
• Pre-Requisite Courses: Students may need to complete pre-requisite undergraduate-level courses, which can be taken at New York University once accepted into the master's program.
• Transfer Credits: Transfer credits are determined on a case-by-case basis, and students should schedule an appointment with a program adviser to discuss their options.

Tuition and Fees

• Tuition Costs: For information on tuition costs, please visit the Bursar's website.
• Financial Aid: School-based scholarship consideration is available to full-time and part-time applicants who submit a FAFSA by March 1 for the Fall semester or November 1 for the Spring semester.

Research Areas

• The program faculty conduct research in various areas, including nutrition science, clinical nutrition, and public health nutrition.

Program Faculty

• The program faculty are experienced professionals in the field of nutrition and dietetics, with expertise in clinical nutrition, foods and nutrition, and nutrition education.

FAQ

• What are the master's-level degree options within the Nutrition and Dietetics program?: The program offers a 40-credit MS in Clinical Nutrition, a 34-credit MS in Clinical Nutrition, and a 34-credit MS in Foods and Nutrition.
• Does the department offer Graduate or Teaching Assistantships?: Yes, applications are available through the Dean's Office.
• Does the department offer any scholarships?: School-based scholarship consideration is available to full-time and part-time applicants who submit a FAFSA by March 1 for the Fall semester or November 1 for the Spring semester.
• Can I take a pre-requisite course as a non-matriculated graduate student and then transfer my credits in if I decide to enter the program?: Yes, but non-matriculated students must wait until 2 weeks prior to the start of the course to enroll.
• Do I need to take the GRE?: No, the GRE is not required for any of the concentrations in the Nutrition master's program.
• Do you have a culinary arts program?: Although the program offers some culinary training classes, it does not offer a degree in culinary arts.
• How do I obtain pre-approval for transfer credits as a graduate student?: Transfer credits are determined on a case-by-case basis, and students should schedule an appointment with a program adviser to discuss their options.
• How long will it take me to complete a graduate degree?: The time it takes to complete a graduate degree varies depending on the student's course load and credits needed for the degree.
• How many credits can I take per semester?: Full-time graduate students take 9 credits per semester, while part-time students take 4.5 credits per term.
• How many credits do I need each semester to maintain matriculation status?: The University defines full-time coursework as a minimum of 9 credits per term and part-time coursework as at least 4.5 credits per term.
• I see there are some pre-requisite undergraduate-level courses I need to complete for the graduate programs. Do I need to take these before I apply?: No, these courses can be taken at New York University once accepted into the master's program.
• My undergraduate degree is completely unrelated to the graduate degree I want to pursue in your department. Can I still apply?: Yes, the program considers applications from students with a wide range of backgrounds and undergraduate degrees.
• What is the cost of your program?: For information on tuition costs, please visit the Bursar's website.