Criteria to Progress to the Master of Science in Nutrition Program

Students must meet program-specific guidelines* to progress through the dual degree program and enroll in the MS nutrition program.

  • Successful completion of the bachelor’s degree with a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher
  • Successful completion of all required prerequisite courses with a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher
    • 8 credits in Anatomy & Physiology I & II with lab
    • 4 credits of General Biology I with lab
    • 3-4 credits of Organic Chemistry or Biochemistry (with or without lab)
    • 4 credits of General Chemistry with lab
    • 3-4 credits of Microbiology (with or without lab)
    • 3 credits of General Statistics
    • 3 credits of Introduction to Nutrition
  • Submission of an application through Dietetics Inclusive Centralized Application Services (DICAS) by January 15 of their senior year
    • Applicants must provide a résumé or curriculum vitae (CV), a personal statement (750–1,000 words) outlining career goals and interest in becoming a registered dietitian nutritionist, and three letters of recommendation (typically two academic and one professional)