PhD in Food Science and Nutrition -Nutrition

Class Profile

Class Size

20

Average Age

28

Average Work Experience

2 Years

Diversity

New York:

5%

Others:

1%

California:

20%

Illinois:

4%

Texas:

10%

Colorado:

60%

Career Outcomes

Median Earnings After Graduation

$1,10,000 / year

Graduation Rate

31%

Job Placement

95%

Top recruiters

Coca-Cola

Unilever

Nestlé

NHS

General Mills

Kraft Heinz

Tyson Foods

Smithfield Foods

ConAgra Foods

Danone

PepsiCo

Arla Foods

Mars

Bayer

Boehringer Ingelheim

Tesco

Hormel Foods

Abbott Nutrition

Morrisons

Asda

Waitrose

Fees and Funding

Tuition Fees

$37,431 / year

Overall Cost

$52,431 / year

FAQs

• What is the process for becoming a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist?
  
  This is a three step process: You must meet Accreditation Council for Education in Nutrition and Dietetics didactic course requirements (which differ slightly in different universities). Subsequent to the courses, you need to complete a ~ 1000 hour internship (supervised practice). You must take and pass a national exam. Please note: NONE of the M.S. programs by themselves meet the requirements to become a RDN, but ANY option can be used to meet the course requirements. The number of additional credits that would be required will vary by the option and could include courses for credit or challenge exams. Three required FSHN food service management and food science courses may be challenged. There is also a 2 credit food preparation lab and a food service practicum that you must take. The dietetic requirements also include a course in microbiology with lab and a business management course, which may be taken at CSU or transferred from another university or community college. For further information, please view our Coordinated Masters Program page: CMPD Information Or contact Dr. Brittney Sly via email:[email protected]
• How do I submit my official transcripts?
  
  Official transcripts from all previous universities attended should be submitted electronically through the Registrar’s Office to Colorado State University or mailed via sealed envelopes to the following address: Graduate Admissions Office of Admissions, 1062 Colorado State University Fort Collins, CO 80523-1062
• How do I organize my statement of purpose?
  
  The Statement of Purpose should include the following, in no particular order: a little about yourself, your background and how you got interested in nutrition; your specific interest area(s) (Nutritional Sciences, Community Nutrition, etc.); any particular focus within your interest area, e.g., childhood obesity or food security, etc. (This does not limit you but gives us an idea of where you are leaning); briefly, why you want the M.S. or Ph.D. – what do you intend to do with your degree; and if appropriate, why you want to become a Registered Dietitian.
• What are required tests?
  
  The TOEFL (for international students) is required as part of the application. TOEFL – 80 (internet version), 550 (paper), 213 (computer), or 6.5 on IELTS TOEFL and IELTS scores should be reported to: Colorado State University (Code #4075)
• What if I have questions about my application?
  
  Please direct your questions to: Paula Coleman Department of Food Science and Human Nutrition 234 Gifford Building 502 W. Lake St. Fort Collins, CO, 80523-1571 [email protected]
• Are there ways to apply to graduate school for free? Are there ways to apply to graduate school for free?
  
  Yes! Visit the Graduate School site to learn about fee waivers and other options.
• What documents do I need for my application? What documents do I need for my application?
  
  Applications and supporting documents should be submitted directly to Colorado State University Graduate Admissions. You must arrange to have one official transcript sent to Colorado State University, Graduate Admissions, from all colleges and universities attended. Three letters of recommendation are required. Provide email addresses of recommenders when applying. The CSU on-line system will solicit letters directly from these contacts. The Statement of Purpose (see information about this below) should be no longer than two pages, single-spaced, standard 12-point font. Resume Indicate your area of interest on the online application. Official transcripts must be sent to: Graduate Admissions Office of Admissions, 1062 Colorado State University Fort Collins, CO 80523-1062 **For international applicants – please ensure that official transcripts include a certified translation into English