Program Overview

Introduction to the Master of Science in Dietetics Program

The Master of Science in Dietetics is a program designed for individuals working in dietetics who wish to enhance their skills and advance their careers. Offered fully online, the program provides maximum flexibility for credentialed, practicing dietitians. This master's program is specifically designed for Registered Dietitians (RDs), individuals who are RD eligible, or those who hold a Didactic Program in Dietetics verification statement.

Program Details

• Department: Department of Nutritional Sciences
• College: Education and Human Sciences
• Available At: OSU Online
• Degree: Master of Science in Dietetics
• Specialty Area(s): Dietetics Courses

Format

The 32-hour, 100-percent online dietetics degree can be completed at the student's desired pace, allowing for a balance between education and professional and personal responsibilities. Typically, students complete the master's program in three years, taking one or two courses a semester. This program is offered as part of the Innovative Digital Education Alliance (IDEA).

Curriculum

Dietitians can customize their degree to specialize in a preferred area of dietetics, including:

• Dietetic entrepreneurship
• Financial management
• Chronic disease prevention
• Nutrition for exercise and sport
• Research in dietetics
• Nutrition for aging populations
• Maternal and infant nutrition
• Obesity
• Medical nutrition therapy
• Nutrition in cancer and immunology

Admissions

Students applying to the online dietetics program must:

• Hold the credential of Registered Dietitian (RD) or Registered Dietitian Nutritionist; OR
• Have met both the academic and supervised requirements of the Commission on Dietetic Registration and be ready to sit for the national credentialing exam
• Hold a verification statement in a Didactic Program in Dietetics

Students may apply in fall, spring, or summer, with the recommendation that application materials be submitted at least three months prior to the preferred starting term. To apply, submit:

• OSU Graduate College application
• Professional resume
• Professional goal statement describing professional goals and how completion of the program will support those goals
• Three professional letters of reference on letterhead
• One official transcript from each college or university attended
• A GRE test score is not required

Cost

• Total cost per credit hour: $622
• Total cost per 3-credit hour course: $1,866
• Estimated total program cost: $18,660

Alumni Testimonial

"As a dietitian, I felt the program was well-tailored to the professional population who already had clinical experience. In my profession, it's becoming more and more vital to have a master's degree and I appreciate the fact that I will be able to readily apply this additional knowledge to my practice." - Jessica LaForce, MS, RD