Master of Science in Nutrition and Dietetics (Online)
Online M.S. in
Nutrition & Dietetics
The online master's degree for registered dietitians and nutritionists offers a flexible option to earn a graduate degree online while completing your dietetic internship or continuing your career.
Shape the future of dietetics and healthcare
The Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR) has declared that the entry-level eligibility requirements for Registered Dietitians and Nutritionists has moved to a minimum of a master's degree in 2024. Texas Tech's degree gives you the competitive edge needed in this evolving market.
Upon successful completion, you will be able to:
- Critically evaluate nutrition research and translate findings.
- Design, implement, and assess nutrition interventions.
- Integrate advanced knowledge of nutrition science into clinical settings.
- Apply ethical principles and cultural competence in counseling.
- Demonstrate leadership in interdisciplinary healthcare teams.
- Communicate complex nutrition information to professional audiences.
- Utilize technologies and data tools to improve practice outcomes.
Practice-Based Environment
Our work-centered design increases necessary skills in specialized areas:
What can you do with this degree?
Texas Tech's online master's in Nutrition and Dietetics is specifically designed for students who will receive a DPD verification statement, be completing a dietetic internship or for those who are currently Registered Dietitians/Nutritionists.
Specialized Concentrations
Performance Nutrition
Focused on sport and human performance, this concentration prepares students to design evidence-based nutrition strategies for athletes, military personnel, and physically active populations.
Weight Management
Focused on the science and practice of obesity and weight management, this concentration prepares students to develop effective, evidence-based practice decisions across care settings.
Nutrition in the Lifecycle
Gain advanced training in pediatric, women’s health, and geriatric nutrition to address physiological changes and clinical needs across the lifespan.
Texas Tech University's online Master of Science in Nutritional Sciences is a fully online, 31-hour master's degree. The TTU online master's in nutrition is ideal for students who are looking to apply to post-secondary health profession programs such as medical school, physician assistant programs, physical and occupational therapy school, dental school, and more. Admission to the master's in nutrition does not require the Graduate Record Examination (GRE).
Students can choose to specialize in one of three offered concentrations within their degree: Nutrition and Healthy Weight, Nutrition and Sports, or Nutrition in the Lifecycle*.
Note: This degree does not prepare you to take the registered dietitian (RD) exam. If you are a registered dietitian, dietetic intern, or have a DPD Verification Statement, please visit our Online M.S. in Nutrition and Dietetics page.
*Special permission from the program director is required for the lifecycle concentration.
This degree is approved by the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board (THECB).
How to Apply
The Graduate School online application system is designed to help you easily navigate through the application process and ensure you complete your application in a timely manner.
ALL documents must be submitted through the online portal.
Apply NowDeadlines
- Fall: July 15
- Spring: November 15
- Summer: April 15
Requirements
- GPA: 3.0 preferred
- One of the following:
- DPD Verification Statement
- Acceptance into a Dietetic Internship (DI)
- Proof of Registered Dietitian credentials (copy of CDR card)
- Resume/CV
- Letters of Recommendation (2)
Application Deadlines
Fall Start: July 15
Summer Start: April 15
Spring Start: November 15
General Graduate School Fellowship Application (deadline 2/3)
Nutritional Sciences
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