Master of Science in Nutrition and Dietetics Non-RD Track Online
Whether you are entering the nutrition field or are a practicing registered dietitian (RD) seeking a graduate degree, this online program will advance your goals.
Program Overview
Here’s what you need to know about the M.S. in Nutrition and Dietetics – Non-RD online
Increase your ability to help others achieve maximum health and wellness when you complete the Master of Science in Nutrition and Dietetics Non-RD Track from A-State Online. In this innovative program, you will elevate your understanding of how diet and other nutritional determinants contribute to the long-term health of individuals, groups and populations. Learn how to design, conduct and interpret nutritional research using descriptive statistics, inferential analysis and software tools such as Statistical Package for the Social Sciences (SPSS).
This online M.S. in Nutrition & Dietetics – Non-RD is designed for motivated professionals equipped with a bachelor’s degree in any field who are not seeking RD certification. You will be set to pursue an in-demand career in nutrition with A-State Online’s multiple start dates and accelerated, 7-week courses. Plus, invest in your future while staying within your budget with affordable, pay-as-you-go tuition.
In this online master’s in nutrition and dietetics program, you will:
- Examine models of leadership and how they can be applied in healthcare settings
- Study food and nutrition from a global perspective and analyze complex issues such as dietary behaviors, diet and diseases, and sustainable food systems
- Gain an in-depth look at the human body and the importance of nutrients from biochemical and physiological perspectives
- Examine models of leadership and how they can be applied in healthcare settings
- Study food and nutrition from a global perspective and analyze complex issues such as dietary behaviors, diet and diseases, and sustainable food systems
- Gain an in-depth look at the human body and the importance of nutrients from biochemical and physiological perspectives
Prepare for nutrition careers like these:
- Nutrition Services Director
- Dining Services Director
- Food Services Director
- Nutrition Services Director
- Dining Services Director
- Food Services Director
Also available:
A-State offers a variety of nutrition and dietetics programs in a convenient online format. Explore our Master of Science in Nutrition and Dietetics RD Track and Bachelor of Science in Nutrition and Dietetics online programs.
Tuition
Our affordable tuition is easy on your budget
The nutrition and dietetics master’s program offers the same low, pay-by-the-course tuition to all U.S. residents. All fees are included.
Tuition breakdown:
Calendar
Choose a start date and secure your spot
Our M.S. in Nutrition & Dietetics – Non-RD is a flexible online program featuring accelerated coursework and multiple start dates per year.
Please note Summer 1 and Summer 2 terms are 5 weeks in duration for this program.
| Term | Program Start Date | Application Deadline | Document Deadline | Registration Deadline | Payment Due | Last Class Day |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summer 1 | 5/28/24 | 5/14/24 | 5/17/24 | 5/23/24 | 5/24/24 | 6/27/24 |
| Summer 2 | 7/2/24 | 6/18/24 | 6/21/24 | 6/27/24 | 6/28/24 | 8/1/24 |
| Fall 1 | 8/20/24 | 8/5/24 | 8/9/24 | 8/15/24 | 8/16/24 | 10/4/24 |
| Fall 2 | 10/14/24 | 9/30/24 | 10/4/24 | 10/10/24 | 10/11/24 | 12/6/24 |
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Admissions
What you need for admission to the online Master of Science in Nutrition and Dietetics
Arkansas State University has a streamlined admission process that makes it easy for you to enroll in the M.S. in Nutrition & Dietetics – Non-RD online program. Enrollment specialists are available to walk you through the admission process, so you will be able to complete your application quickly.
Admission Requirements:
- Online application
- Bachelor's degree
- Official transcripts
To be granted admission into the Master of Science in Nutrition and Dietetics Non-RD Track online program, you must meet the following criteria:
- Bachelor's degree in any discipline
- Undergraduate cumulative grade point average of 2.50 on a 4.00 scale or a 2.75 GPA in the last 60 hours. Note that if you are accepted with a GPA lower than 2.75 GPA in the last 60 hours or a cumulative 2.50 GPA, you will need to maintain a 3.0 GPA in the first 9 hours taken in the program.
- Successful completion of Basic Nutrition and Statistics courses with a B or better
- Official transcript(s) sent from the registrar of the college/university attended
Application Submission Requirements
- Complete online application
- Submit a nonrefundable $30 fee
- Have official transcript(s) sent from the registrar of the college/university attended. Official transcripts are sealed transcripts sent from the granting institution.
Submit all documents to:
A-State Online
P.O. Box 2520
State University, AR 72467
Fax: 870-972-3548
Email: [email protected]
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Courses
Get to know your nutrition and dietetics online degree program
To earn your online master’s in nutrition and dietetics you need to complete 36 credit hours of coursework. The program includes 12 credit hours of core courses, 15 credit hours of major requirements and 9 credit hours of support courses.
Visit the Course Registration page to view the course schedule for this degree.