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Nutrition & Dietetics - Dietetic Professional Studies (M.S.)

The ³ÉÈË´óƬ’s M.S. in Nutrition and Dietetics – Dietetic Professional Studies program is designed for registered dietitian nutritionists (RDNs) seeking to deepen their knowledge and expand their leadership skills in nutrition science and practice. This advanced degree combines rigorous graduate coursework with opportunities for applied research and professional development, preparing graduates to excel in clinical, community, food service, and leadership roles.

Fuel Your Professional Growth

This program empowers registered dietitians to advance their careers through in-depth coursework and applied research, preparing you to lead innovations in nutrition and healthcare.

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Program Overview

Brooks College of Health’s all-online Master of Science (M.S.) in Nutrition & Dietetics – Dietetic Professional Studies harnesses the science of nutrition to foster optimal health, prevent chronic illnesses, and improve quality of life. This 30-credit-hour program is designed for credentialed Registered Dietitian Nutritionists (RDNs) or applicants with a bachelor’s degree in nutrition and a Didactic Program in Dietetics (DPD) verification statement from an ACEND-accredited institution.

Combining rigorous graduate coursework with opportunities for applied research and professional development, the program emphasizes evidence-based practice, advanced nutrition science, and leadership skills. It prepares graduates to expand their roles in clinical care, community nutrition, food service management, and health policy, empowering them to lead improvements in health outcomes and contribute to the advancement of the dietetics profession.

The State Employee Waiver cannot be used for non-state-funded programs, which include the Nutrition and Dietetics: Dietetic Professional Studies, MS, and the Nursing: Post-MSN DNP programs.

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Program Contact

Dr. Kristin Berg

Graduate Program Director
Brooks College of Health

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Program At-a-Glance

Delivery: Fully Online
Credit hours: 30
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Application Deadlines

Deadlines may vary for specific programs and are subject to change.

  • Fall: August 1
  • Spring: December 1
  • Summer: April 15

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Admissions Requirements

The below Program Requirements, University Requirements, and International Applicant Requirements*, if applicable, must be submitted no later than the deadline posted above. Incomplete applications or those with required materials post-marked after the deadline are subject to cancellation. Once an application has been canceled, the decision cannot be reversed.

*International students must be fully admitted to a full-time, on-campus, in-person, degree-seeking program at the ³ÉÈË´óƬ. Please contact the International Center for more information.

  • University Requirements

    University Requirements

    Application and Fee

    Prospective students are required to use our online system to create an account and submit an application. The application opens approximately one year in advance and is only good for the term and program in which it is submitted. Applicants who have submitted their application and wish to change their admission term or major/concentration may submit a new application and associated application fee. If you would like to cancel an open application, please contact us.

    A $30 (USD) application fee is required regardless of previous enrollment. The application fee is non-refundable and cannot be waived. Undergraduate application fees cannot be used for a graduate application, and vise versa. The application fee must be submitted prior to the review of an application.

    Current students who would like to add or change a major, concentration or certificate should submit the Change of Concentration or Major form.

    College Transcripts

    All applicants must provide transcripts from a U.S. institution accredited by an accepted institutional accreditor or its equivalent from a non-US institution that awarded the bachelor’s degree and master’s degree, if applicable, and transcripts from institutions where any post-baccalaureate and/or graduate credits were earned.

    All admits must provide official transcripts.

    All international transcripts will require a course-by-course evaluation by an approved third-party credential evaluation agency unless a graduate program has established an alternative credential evaluation procedure that is approved by the graduate school. To be accepted, the evaluation must be:

    1. Translated to English and be the U.S. equivalent
    2. Evaluated course-by-course
    3. Include the overall academic GPA
    4. Be from an . Recommended evaluation agencies: 
      • SpanTran. They have created a custom application for ³ÉÈË´óƬthat will make sure you select the right kind of evaluation at a discounted rate. You can access their application through the  portal.

    Important Notes

    • The ³ÉÈË´óƬGraduate School cannot request transcripts on an applicants behalf.
    • Unofficial transcript copies are accepted for admissions but must clearly state the institution name, student name, course information, terms, grades, and credits. Degree audits are not accepted. Admitted students will be prompted to provide official transcripts. 
    • If currently enrolled in courses, an incomplete transcript must be submitted before the posted deadline. 
    • Applicants who also have to apply through systems such as ATCAS or PTCAS, must submit separate transcripts to UNF. 
    • Official transcripts must:
      • Must be less than one year old from the date of printing
      • Must be submitted in a sealed envelope from your institution, or emailed through official electronic means.
    • When requesting college transcripts, please verify with your institution(s) whether or not they are able to submit electronic transcripts in the proper EDI format. Institutions can submit transcripts via e-mail to graduateschool@unf.edu from an approved vendor such as ScriptSafe, Credentials, or Parchment. 
    • Former or current ³ÉÈË´óƬstudents should not request ³ÉÈË´óƬtranscripts. After application submission, the ³ÉÈË´óƬrequirement will be updated to a "waived" status.

    Where do I send transcripts and test scores?

    Mail

    ³ÉÈË´óƬGraduate School
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    Jacksonville, FL 32224

    Email

    graduateschool@unf.edu

    Test Score Institutional Codes

    GRE: institutional code 5490
    GMAT: institutional code CF3QB51

  • Program Specific Requirements

    Specific Requirements

    Applicants must provide:
    • Transcript
    • Minimum Didactic Program in Dietetics calculated GPA of 3.0
    • DPD Verification statement OR Registered Dietitian Credentialing from the Commission on Dietetic Registration
    • Letter of Intent
      • 1 page in length
      • Highlights, current and future plans as a Registered Dietitian
      • Identifies if they are currently a:
        • Registered Dietitian,
        • In a Dietetic Internship, or
        • Planning to wait until obtaining a MS in Nutrition before beginning their Dietetic Internship.
    • 3 references:
      • At least one from an academic instructor IF they have been in academia within the past 3 years.
      • One to two from a supervisor or superior role.
      • One from a personal reference that highlights the applicant's character. 
      • NOTE: An applicant who provides their acceptance letter from one of the Dietetic Internships listed below, is not required to submit any reference names or letters of recommendation. These Dietetic Internships include:
        • Pasco County DI
        • AdventHealth DI
        • Mayo Clinic DI
        • Lagniappe DI
        • VA St. Louis DI
        • Vanderbilt University Medical Center DI