Designed for those with backgrounds in exercise science, biology, chemistry, food service, public health and more, Winthrop University’s 100% online M.S. in Human Nutrition provides evidence-based instruction in the fields of nutrition therapy and chronic disease prevention through a curriculum that aligns with the Accreditation Council for Education in Nutrition and Dietetics (ACEND®️).
You can pursue a career in community or public health, nutrition education, or food service management.
Graduate Program Director:
Dr. Jessie Hoffman
hoffmanjb@winthrop.edu
Individualized Instruction
Our faculty are dedicated to you, maintaining constant communication to ensure your success in the program. You will feel connected to your peers through engaging online instruction.
Rigorous Curriculum
Core courses in the online master’s in nutrition align with the Accreditation Council for Education in Nutrition and Dietetics (ACEND®) competencies.
Forward-Thinking Licensure Preparation
Our program will satisfy the new 2024 Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR) requirement that those taking the CDR Certifying Examination for dietetics must have, or be enrolled in, a master's degree.
Starting in 2024, the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR) now requires that those taking the national exam for dietetics must have a master’s degree. Our online nutrition master program will equip you with the comprehensive knowledge and leading-edge skills you need to sit for the CDR Certifying Examination.
For over 100 years, Winthrop’s on-ground program has been renowned for its network of qualified professionals. In the online M.S. Human Nutrition program, all faculty are Registered Dietitians with their Ph.D. or Doctorate in Clinical Nutrition (DCN). Some faculty have additional certifications or designations such as IBCLC and FAND. Due to our program’s limited class sizes, you’ll get one-on-one guidance from faculty experts as you learn.
Winthrop’s online M.S. in Human Nutrition program prepares nutrition professionals to practice on the leading edge of the field. Our master's degree in nutrition gives you the confidence and skills to continue making a difference in others' lives through a rewarding career, whether you're early in your journey or an experienced professional seeking advancement.
Notice to International Applicants:
Per U.S. Immigration Regulation, international students who study in the U.S. in F-1 status may enroll in one, 3-hour online course per semester to fulfill the full-time enrollment requirement. This program requires more than one online class per semester to meet full-time enrollment and would not be approved for F-1 status. More information about visa status is available from our International Center.
