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Clinical Nutrition MS

Master of Science in Clinical Nutrition

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Is this program right for you?

The online Master of Science in Clinical Nutrition is designed to build upon a student’s strong foundation in biochemistry, physiology, and human and clinical nutrition. This program trains students to help people change their behaviors and their understanding of nutritional issues and take a client-centered approach that reflects diverse individual and population perspective.

  • Stay competitive and meet market demand with a graduate degree
  • Understand and incorporate the latest research
  • Be able to assess complicated disorders and diseases
  • Ideal for people with a strong background in clinical nutrition

Education that works for you

In just four semesters, complete your Master of Science in Clinical Nutrition completely online as you build advanced skills to better serve people and communities.

Program type

Master’s degree

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Degree awarded

Master of Science in Clinical Nutrition

Commitment

4 semesters

Tuition

$900 per credit

Format

Online

Primarily online

Credits

30 graduate credits

Admission terms

Program admits for Fall, Spring, and Summer terms

STEM opt eligible

No

International eligibility

Yes, with restrictions.

Application deadlines

Summer 2025

  • Summer 2025: March 1, 2025

Fall 2025

  • Deadline: July 15, 2025

Spring 2026

  • Deadline: November 1, 2025
View UW–Madison’s Guide

Your questions, answered

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 I love how much our program takes into consideration our specific interests. I came into this many times just like initially looking through my rotation schedule, but also as I learned what I loved and what I flourished in, our directors were just so quick to find opportunities for us to get more of that. And I’ve been really, really appreciative of that.

Sophie Merten Clinical Nutrition MS’24

Admissions and events

Program requirements

All applicants must:

  • Have a bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution
  • Have a minimum undergraduate GPA of 3.0
  • Have completed a Didactic Program in Dietetics or the following prerequisite courses:
    • General Chemistry
    • Organic Chemistry
    • Biological Sciences
    • Physiology
    • Biochemistry
    • Statistics
    • Human Nutrition
    • Clinical Nutrition
  • Course Equivalencies are listed in GUIDE. Applicants may check course equivalency to UW-Madison via Transferology

Application materials required

  • Online application
  • Supplemental application
  • Statement of purpose
  • Transcripts
  • Three letters of recommendation

For complete application details visit UW–Madison’s Guide →

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Results that work for you

Clinical Nutrition MS

$63,100

Median estimated salary in 2021

Job titles

  • Registered dietitians
  • Dietitians
  • Clinical dietitians
  • Clinical nutrition managers
  • Nutritionists

11.7%

Projected growth from 2020-2030. Source: Burning Glass Technologies: Labor Insight, 2020.

#6

UW–Madison is named #6 in the nation in Best Online Master’s in Clinical Nutrition programs from BestColleges.

96%

The UW Integrated Graduate Program in Nutrition and Dietetics program has a 96% first time pass rate over the past 3 years for the Registered Exam for Dietitians.

100%

The UW Integrated Graduate Program in Nutrition and Dietetics program has a 100% one-year pass rate over the past 3 years for the Registered Exam for Dietitians.

What you’ll learn

Excel in patient care with the Clinical Nutrition MS program. Through coursework, research projects, and clinical rotations, you’ll master advanced nutrition assessment, counseling techniques, and personalized nutrition plans while developing leadership and project management skills.

For complete curricular details visit UW-Madison’s Guide →
  • Nutrition counseling
  • Advanced nutrition assessment
  • Clinical nutrition research
  • Personalized nutrition
  • Leadership and project management

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Clinical Nutrition Capstone

Enhance your nutritional knowledge with the Clinical Nutrition Capstone. Through case studies, research projects, and deep dives into pediatric nutrition and complex assessments, you’ll refine your skills in advanced counseling and clinical research.

Spring 2025

Rolling deadline: 03/31/25

Tuition

$900 per credit

Credits

9 graduate-level credits

Modality

Online

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