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Food and Nutrition Admissions Information

Undergraduate Admissions Information

For undergraduate application requirements, visit the Ohio University Undergraduate Admissions website.

Undergraduate Admissions

Graduate Application Deadlines

  • Online Program

    Students may begin the online program in the spring, summer, or fall term.

    The spring deadline for submitting applications is December 7.
    The summer deadline is April 13.
    The fall deadline is August 3.

  • On-Campus Program

    Students may begin the on-campus program in the spring, summer, or fall term.

    The spring deadline for submitting applications is December 15.
    The summer deadline is April 15.
    The fall deadline is July 15.

Graduate Admissions Information

How to Apply

All graduate applications must be submitted electronically through the Graduate College. You will be prompted to first select the term for which you wish to apply. Then select “Graduate Degree Application.”

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Application Requirements

Application Requirements For Online and On-Campus Master of Science in Food and Nutrition Sciences Programs:

  • Bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited U.S. college or university or equivalent
  • Official Transcripts of all academic work must be submitted with the online application. Transcripts should show:
    • A minimum of 2.75 GPA (3.0+ recommended)
    • Recommend a minimum of 20 quarter hours or 12 semester hours of undergraduate preparation in nutrition or closely related program. Graduate coordinator can recommend specific coursework.
  • Three letters of recommendation from professional colleagues or former professors.
  • A Curriculum Vitae detailing the applicant’s professional experience.
  • A personal statement
  • English Proficiency: Please review information about minimum Ohio University’s English Language Proficiency requirements for graduate study.

Additional Application Requirements For the On-Campus Program Only:

  • Graduate Record Examination (GRE) is one of several criteria used for admission. There are no minimum score requirements for the GRE.

Need Support? Meet With an Advisor

Schedule an Advisor Appointment - Online Degree Program Only

Schedule an Appointment with On-Campus Program Director Christine Zachrich