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Winthrop University, Human Nutrition
302 Life Sciences Building
Rock Hill, SC 29733


Phone: 1-803-323-2101
Fax: 1-803-323-2254

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 Program Overview   study in america

The mission of graduate program in the department of Human Nutrition is to provide graduates with advanced knowledge and skills needed for advanced level positions in human nutrition and doctoral programs of study. The long term goals for the MS degree in Human Nutrition are to:
1. maintain scholarly programs of study leading to the Master of Science degree in Human Nutrition;
2. facilitate opportunities for faculty and graduate student collaboration on research projects;
3. provide integration of dietetics theory and practice in health care setting for development of competent, ethical entry-level practitioners;
4. encourage students to assume responsibility for continuous self-development and professional growth;
5. promote development of human nutrition professionals capable of using, interpreting, evaluating, and generating research to enhance dietetics practice;
6. develop entry-level competence in communication of knowledge of food and human nutrition.

The Master of Science degree in human nutrition requires at least 33 hours of approved graduate-level courses and a research project, either thesis or special topics, at least half of course work must be 600-level courses. A Master of Science degree option that incorporates the Commission on Accreditation for Dietetics Education (CADE) accredited Dietetic Internship is available.

 Admissions   study in america

Admission requirements to the Master of Science degree in human nutrition include an overall undergraduate grade-point average of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale; a satisfactory score on the verbal and quantitative sections of the General Test of the Graduate Record Examination; and an entrance conference with at least two graduate faculty members. Acceptance in the Dietetic Internship is contingent upon academic standing, Graduate Record Examination scores, faculty endorsements, references, personal interview, and score on a knowledge-based examination. Applicants for the internship must submit application materials by August 15; applications for the Master of Science degree in human nutrition may be submitted in fall, spring, or summer.

 Highlights   study in america

  • Winthrop University maintains scholarly programs of study leading to the MS degree in Human Nutrition.
  • The program facilitates opportunities for faculty and graduate student collaboration on research projects.

 Program Facts   study in america

Program Founded 1940s
Program Start Dates students may enter in the fall, spring or summer
Expected Length Master 1.5 - 2 years full-time with ugrad in human nutrition or dietics
3 - 5 years if part-time and ugrad degree is in another discipline
Expected Length PhD n/a
# of Faculty not available
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full-time

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 Admissions at a Glance   study in america

Application Fee US$50
Domestic Student Application Deadlines:
May 15

International Student Application Deadlines:
May 15

Minimum Academic Requirements:
All applicants should have completed courses in basic nutrition, food preparation, and organic chemistry. CHEM 521 (biochemistry) or equivalent is required; 18 semester hours must be in 600 level courses.

Minimum English Requirements:
All international graduate applicants must present an official TOEFL score of at least 213 on the computer-based and 550 on the paper-based test and the TOEFL iBT score of 79 to The Graduate School.


 Annual Expenses (in C$)   study in america

Domestic Tuition:
Master US$5,325/semester
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International Student Tuition:
Master US$9,899/semester
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 Buildings and Facilities   study in america

Approximately 20 minutes from Charlotte is Winthrop's tree-lined campus, which encompasses a rich architectural blend of neo-Georgian buildings and is included in the National Register of Historic Places. Behind its stately façade is a community of learners who engage in their educational pursuits in spacious academic facilities, enhanced with SMART technology, and in laboratories and performance venues suitably equipped for rising professionals. The campus' computing infrastructure provides a state-of-the-art learning environment, including high-speed Internet access from all campus buildings and residence hall rooms and wireless access at select locations.

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Awards are typically made for the fall and spring semesters with a separate award of remaining eligibility for summer terms.


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International students are eligible for graduate assistantships, associateships, and academic scholarships. For more information, please refer to our website at: http://www.winthrop.edu/graduateschool/financialassistance.htm

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