$30,954 /Yr
On-campus
full_time
Master of Science [M.S] Food Science and Human Nutrition
- Master of Science in Food Science and Human Nutrition program at Northwestern University is a duration of 2 years.
- Students can complete the program on a part-time or full-time basis.
- The department also offers a combined Master of Science-Dietetics Internship (MS-DI) program accredited by the Accreditation for Education in Nutrition and Dietetics (ACEND).
- The specific areas of study include nutritional biochemistry/molecular biology, nutrient function/metabolism, medical nutrition therapy/dietetics, nutritional immunology, food processing/engineering, food chemistry/biochemistry, and food safety/microbiology/quality.
- The MSc program minimum credit requirements are 30-32.
- Students in the thesis Master’s are usually able to complete the degree in 2-2½ years.
Tution & Application Fees
| Year | Year 1 | Year 2 |
| Tuition Fees | $30138 | $30138 |
| Books and supply | $816 | $816 |
| Total Fees | $30954 | $30954 |
Examinations
| Exam Type | Exam Name | Score | Out of Score | Exam Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| IELTS | International English Language Testing System | 6 | 9 | 3 |
| TOEFL | Test of English as a Foreign Language | 80 | 120 | 3 |
| GRE | Graduate Record Examination | 308 | 340 | 2 |
Academic Eligibility:
- Students must hold a recognized baccalaureate, graduate, or professional degree from a regionally accredited US institution or a comparable degree from an international institution.
- Applicants must have an adequate background in physical and biological sciences and food science or nutritional sciences.
- For applicants with a bachelor’s degree only, a minimum grade point average of B (3.0) is required.
- Students must be qualified in IELTS or TOEFL to get admission to this program.
Indian Student Eligibility:
Indian students are eligible to apply if they meet one of the following eligibility criteria:
- Completed a 4-year UG degree with first class in a relevant field from a recognized institution.
- Or, completed a master’s degree with first-class in a relevant field from a recognized institution.