Abilene Christian University

What you'll study

Coursework emphasizes applied nutrition, education, and emerging topics in the field. Example courses listed by the program include:

• Nutrition and Diabetes
• Nutrition and Poverty
• Nutrition Education and Counseling
• Nutritional Genomics

The curriculum supports both a standalone M.S. in Nutrition and a combined M.S./Dietetic Internship pathway for those seeking supervised practice leading to registration eligibility.

Entry requirements

To be considered for admission applicants must:

• Submit the online program application and non-refundable processing fee
• Provide official transcripts showing a bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited institution (or equivalent)
• Have a cumulative undergraduate GPA of 3.0
• Show completion of prerequisite coursework: 3 credit hours of Introductory Nutrition, 3 credit hours of Nutrition through the Life Cycle, and 6–8 credit hours of Anatomy & Physiology
• Submit three letters of recommendation
• Submit a personal statement addressing short- and long-term professional goals and how faith can inform work in the nutrition profession

Career prospects

The program prepares graduates for advanced roles in nutrition education, community nutrition, and clinical settings. Students who complete an accredited dietetic internship in addition to the M.S. can pursue eligibility to sit for the Examination for Registered Dietitians and work as a Registered Dietitian.

Scholarships & funding angle (general)

ACU offers a Locked-In Tuition program guaranteeing the same tuition rate for the duration of the graduate degree. The stated cost is $650 per credit hour with a $210 resource fee charged per term; prospective students should confirm current rates and any available institutional aid or scholarships with the university.