Master of Clinical Nutrition-Nutrition Science Admissions

Information Sessions

Please find the dates below for Virtual Information Sessions that will take place from 6pm to 7pm:

For more information, please view our Virtual Open House presentation to learn more about our program.

Master of Clinical Nutrition-Nutrition Science Admission Requirements

The Admissions Committee of the Department of Clinical Nutrition determines the admissibility of an applicant into the Program in accordance with the quality of his or her credentials. The Department works in cooperation with the Office of Enrollment Services of UT Southwestern Medical Center and with the approval of the Dean of UT Southwestern School of Health Professions.

Baccalaureate Degree

A bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited institution before matriculation.
Recommended GPA

Achievement of a recommended GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale.
Required Prerequisite Courses

Completion of one semester each of Biology, General Chemistry, and Organic Chemistry. Associated Laboratories are not mandatory.

While one semester of Biochemistry is recommended, it is not required.
Official Transcripts

Submission of official transcripts from all attended institutions. Read additional requirements for international applicants.
Submit Application by April 1

Complete and submit online application by April 1 in the year you wish to enroll.
Letters of Recommendation

Provision of at least two letters of recommendation.
Personal Statement

Presentation of a personal statement outlining career goals and work experience.
Personal Interview

Participation in a personal interview.

Remember

Submit official transcripts from all schools attended before the course begins
Read additional requirements for international applicants.
Completion of all the pre-requisite courses before the courses begin
We welcome applications regardless of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, veteran status, or disability
Scholarships are available for this program