$49,723 /Yr
On-campus
full_time
Master of Science [M.S] Nutrition
- NC State’s thesis option is suitable for those who are interested in gaining research experience. Post-graduate opportunities can range from technical research positions to pursuing a Ph.D. in nutrition.
- The Interdepartmental Nutrition Program consists of faculty from multiple departments, including Animal Science; Agricultural and Human Sciences; Food, Bioprocessing, and Nutrition Sciences; Horticultural Science; Molecular and Structural Biochemistry; and the Prestage Department of Poultry Science. Students reside and conduct research in one of these departments under the direction of an appropriate advisor.
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Research in the nutrition program may be conducted with a variety of species and at various levels, such as molecular, cell, whole animal, and human communities. Research programs are primarily in the area of nutritional biochemistry, experimental animal nutrition (e.g. horses, ruminants, swine, poultry, rodents, and other species), or community nutrition and public health. Graduates find employment in academia, government, industry, and non-profit organizations, or continue their education in medical and allied health fields.
Tution & Application Fees
| Year | Year 1 | Year 2 |
| Tuition Fees | $30906 | $30906 |
| Books and supply | $854 | $854 |
| Compulsory Fees | $8916 | $8916 |
| International differential fee | $5316 | $5316 |
| Miscellaneous expenses | $3731 | $3731 |
| Total Fees | $49723 | $49723 |
Examinations
| Exam Type | Exam Name | Score | Out of Score | Exam Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| TOEFL | Test of English as a Foreign Language | 80 | 120 | 3 |
| IELTS | International English Language Testing System | 6.5 | 9 | 3 |
| GRE | Graduate Record Examination | 295 | 340 | 2 |
Academic Eligibility:
- Have a B.S. degree in a science-related area, including course work in biology and organic chemistry
- One unofficial transcript from each previously attended college or university
- TOEFL or IELTS scores for international students
- GRE Test Scores
- Have a 3.0 GPA or higher