Overview

The M.Sc. Nutrition at the University of Minnesota provides a comprehensive foundation in nutritional sciences through scholarly innovation and research. Students engage in a dynamic academic community dedicated to unraveling the complexities of dietary patterns and human health. This programme prepares graduates to contribute meaningful insights to the discipline through ethical and collaborative investigation.

Why Nutrition at the University of Minnesota?

The university offers a robust research environment through the Department of Food Science and Nutrition, featuring specialised facilities like the Sensory Centre and the Plant Protein Innovation Centre. Students benefit from a diverse community where integrity and excellence guide scholarly pursuits. The programme is supported by expert faculty and provides access to extensive resources within the University of Minnesota Digital Conservancy for archiving significant research contributions.

Tuition Fee Breakdown

International fee: USD 16776 per semester
National fee: USD 16776 per semester
Local fee: USD 10632 per semester

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Syllabus

The curriculum requires a minimum of 20 to 30 coursework credits depending on the chosen track. Modules may include:

Vitamin and Mineral Biochemistry
Nutrition and Genetics
Nutritional Biochemistry
Nutritional Physiology
Advances in Nutrition
Biostatistical Literacy
Orientation to the Nutrition Graduate Program

Careers with Nutrition

Graduates are well-positioned for professional roles across clinical, corporate, and public health sectors. Potential career paths include:

Registered Dietitian Nutritionist: Managing health conditions through personalised dietary planning in clinical or community settings.
Nutrition Researcher: Designing studies to explore dietary effects on health within research institutions or public agencies.
Corporate Wellness Specialist: Implementing health and productivity initiatives within large organisations.
Community Health Advocate: Addressing health disparities and improving food access for diverse populations.
Nutrition Educator: Empowering communities to make informed dietary choices through workshops and educational materials.
Medical Technologist: Specialising in physiological or digestive laboratory testing and disease prevention.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Nutritional Biochemistry

Nutritional Physiology

Vitamin and Mineral Biochemistry

Nutrition and Genetics

Advances in Nutrition

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-01-19 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-09-15 00:00:00
Starting 2027-09-08 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-12-01 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

30 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Minneapolis, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Prerequisite Coursework (at least one college level term completed): General Chemistry, Organic Chemistry, Introductory Biology, Biochemistry, Physiology, Statistics, Nutrition coursework which may be taken after beginning the program

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Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

33552 USD / year

≈ 33552 USD / year
Out-of-State

33552 USD / year

≈ 33552 USD / year
Domestic

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In-State

21264 USD / year

≈ 21264 USD / year

Living costs

Minneapolis

United States

1130 - 2045 USD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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