An interdepartmental graduate training program leading to the Master of Science in Nutritional Sciences and the Doctor of Philosophy in Nutritional Sciences is offered. The degree requirements are designed to provide sufficient flexibility to enable students to pursue study in one of several areas of specialization within the broad field of the nutritional sciences. These themes best reflect the areas of nutrition research for which the division is recognized both nationally and internationally. The program offers the opportunity for pursuing both the M.D. and Ph.D. degrees in the Medical Scholars Program. Deficiencies in these subjects must be removed during the first year of graduate study.
Financial assistance is available in the form of assistantships and fellowships.
Applicants seeking fall admission and expecting to be considered for financial assistance should file their applications before the preceding February 15th. Later applications will be considered, depending on the space and support available. Admission in the spring will be considered. The GRE exam is highly recommended. Additional courses are available in such diverse subjects as human and animal nutrition, biochemistry, physiology, immunology, endocrinology, food science, education, anthropology, psychology, sociology, statistics, and agricultural economics.