Overview

The Sports Nutrition programme at Florida State University provides a multidisciplinary approach to understanding the complex relationship between diet, physical activity, and human health. This Master of Science degree is designed for those seeking to master clinical nutrition within diverse and multifaceted environments. By combining rigorous coursework from both nutrition science and exercise physiology, the curriculum ensures a holistic perspective on performance and disease prevention.

Why Sports Nutrition at Florida State University?

Students benefit from the expertise of the Department of Health, Nutrition, and Food Sciences within the oldest college of its kind in Florida. The university offers access to specialised facilities such as the Institute of Sports Sciences and Medicine and the Center of Integrative Nutrition and Food Research. These resources provide a robust environment for those interested in the intersection of applied physiology and nutritional interventions.

Tuition Fee Breakdown

International fee: USD 21129 per year
National fee: USD 21129 per year
Local fee: USD 8628 per year

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Syllabus

The curriculum is designed to bridge the gap between metabolic science and physical performance. All students are initially enrolled in a non-thesis track, with the option to apply for a research-focused thesis track after their first semester. Modules may include:

Exercise Physiology
Nutrition and Sports
Metabolism of Nutrients
Anatomy & Physiology
Biochemistry
Science of Nutrition
Clinical Nutrition

Careers with Sports Nutrition

Graduates are prepared for professional roles in clinical nutrition, sports performance centres, and health organisations. The programme is particularly suited for those aiming to work with athletes or in environments where exercise and diet are used to manage health and disease. For eligible students who have completed a Didactic Program in Dietetics, the university also offers a pathway to a dietetic internship, further enhancing professional credentials in the field of dietetics.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Research Design and Methodology

Research Design and Methodology Laboratory

Seminar

Nutrition and Exercise Performance

Advanced Exercise Physiology

Cardiorespiratory Evaluation

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-01-07 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-10-01 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2027-08-24 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-04-01 00:00:00 , National
- Apply before 2027-02-01 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2028-01-07 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-07-01 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

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Credits

32 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Tallahassee, United States

Disciplines

Nutrition & Dietetics Sport and Exercise Science View 458 other Masters in Sport and Exercise Science in United States

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Other requirements

General requirements

An upper-division undergraduate GPA of at least 3.0 on a 4.0 scale. The same scale applies for graduate-level work.
A bachelor’s degree or equivalent from an accredited university.
Prerequisites must be completed before you enter the program. (Please see individual program prerequisite courses in the appropriate tab.)
A competitive GRE General Test score
International students: Applicants must submit an official English Proficiency Score Report.

Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

21129 USD / year

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21129 USD / year

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Domestic

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In-State

8628 USD / year

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Living costs

Tallahassee

United States

955 - 1345 USD / month

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