Admission & Academic Requirements
Admission Criteria for the Master of Science in Nutrition and Dietetics (MSND) Graduate Program, Prerequisite Courses, and Certifications:
- To be considered for admission to the 100% online MSND degree program, applicants must meet the admission requirements of the Graduate school and the specific program requirements. Meeting program requirements does not guarantee admission into the program. The Nutrition and Dietetics program admits students on a space-available basis. Current resume, personal statement, and letters of recommendation are used in the selection process.
- Applicants seeking admission to the MSND program must have successfully completed an undergraduate degree including the following courses: lifecycle nutrition, nutritional biochemistry, nutrition assessment, food science, nutrition counseling, community nutrition, medical nutrition therapy, and an applied statistics course (junior level or higher). Transcripts can be reviewed for similar courses.
- ServSafe Food Protection Manager Certification.
- Cumulative GPA 3.0 or higher.
- Personal statement consisting of 500-1,000 words with attention to the applicant's professional goals, past experiences, and contributions the applicant expects to make in the field of nutrition and dietetics.
- Two letters of recommendation/rating forms, which should be from former supervisors or faculty.
A selective admissions process is used to select the most qualified students for the Coordinated Program. Students apply for admission to the program throughout the year at DICAS.
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Required Course |
Prerequisite Courses |
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NS 3113 Lifecycle Nutrition |
NS 2203 Basic Human Nutrition |
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NS 3123 Nutritional Biochemistry |
BIO 2221 Human Anatomy and Physiology Lab II BIO 2223 Human Anatomy and Physiology II CHEM 1052 Fundamental Concepts of Organic and Biochemistry OR CHEM 3003 Survey of Organic Chemistry NS 2203 Basic Human Nutrition |
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NS 3253 Nutrition Assessment |
NS 2203 Basic Human Nutrition |
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NS 3143 Food Science & Lab |
BIO 2101 Microbiology for Nursing and Health Professions Lab BIO 2103 Microbiology for Nursing and Health Professions CHEM 1041 Fundamental Concepts of Chemistry Lab CHEM 1043 Fundamental Concepts of Chemistry |
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NS 4553 Nutrition Counseling |
NS 2203 Basic Human Nutrition PSY 2013 Introduction to Psychology |
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NS 4453 Community Nutrition |
NS 2203 Basic Human Nutrition SOC 2213 Introduction to Sociology |
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NS 4653 Medical Nutrition Therapy |
NS 3123 Nutritional Biochemistry NS 3253 Nutrition Assessment |
Fees and Expenses:
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Student Category |
Estimated Total Two-Year Professional Program Only |
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MSND Degree |
$18,020 |
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Information for tuition and fees is also located in the bulletins page. |
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Additional Program Estimates
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Category |
One-Time Program Expenses |
Additional Information |
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Graduate Applications Fee |
$30.00 |
Prior to Acceptance |
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Criminal background check |
$95.00 |
Upon program acceptance |
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Typhon Group Scheduling System |
$100 |
One-time fee prior to first semester |
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Immunizations |
$300.00 |
Prior to Semester 1; includes 1st TB skin test |
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CPR Healthcare Provider Certification |
$50.00 |
Semester 1 |
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Scrubs and slip-resistant shoes |
$150.00 |
Semester 1 |
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Student name tag |
$10.00 |
Semester 1 |
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Child maltreatment check |
$10.00 |
Semester 1 |
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Drug screen |
$45.00 |
Required by some clinical facilities |
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Physical examination |
$35.00 |
Student health center; required by some clinical facilities |
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TB Mask Fitting |
$25.00 |
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Second year flu/TB skin test |
$30.00 |
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Lab Coat |
$30.00 |
White |
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Computer |
~$500 |
Prices will vary; estimates are brand dependent |
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Books |
$1,025.00 |
Prices will vary |
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Health Insurance |
$1800.00 |
High estimate: costs vary by plan |
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Vehicle insurance |
$1800.00 |
High estimate: costs vary by plan |
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Transportation/parking |
$550.00 |
Costs vary by supervised practice location |
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Professional liability insurance |
$25.00/year |
Prices will vary |
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Exam review course |
$400.00 |
End of the program |
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Registration examination |
$200.00 |
Following program completion |
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Total |
$7,210 |
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Total Estimate for Two-Year Program |
$25,230 |
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Financial Aid Information: Students may qualify for financial aid or scholarships through Arkansas State University. Consult the web site for more information.