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The mission of the Nutrition Science Program is to contribute to evidence-based practice through research and to provide instructional excellence and leadership in its fields of study through scholarship, practice, civic engagement, advocacy and entrepreneurial endeavors to promote the nutritional health and well-being of individuals of all ages, their families and their communities.
Admission
Applications The priority deadline for applications for the Nutrition Science Graduate Program are accepted until March is February 15th and admittance is for the fall semester only. Learn more about how to apply and required application materials. All prospective graduate students are advised to become familiar with and follow the Graduate School admission procedures. International students should also visit International Graduate Student admissions, which provides additional information and instructions regarding admissions procedures. All applicants must submit anthe following:
- Application
- Non-refundable application fee
- Official transcripts of earlier academic degrees
- T.O.E.F.L. or I.E.L.T.S. and financial statement (if applicable)
- Three recent (within 3 years) letters of recommendation (preferably from faculty members)
- Personal statement reflective of career goals and objectives (including research)
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The faculty advisor will review the advisee’s information and provide a summary of his/her progress to the graduate nutrition faculty committee. Nutrition faculty may provide additional information regarding student progress and performance. If faculty have concerns about a student's progress, the student will meet with the graduate program director to discuss concerns and create a plan for future success.
Academic Standards
Satisfactory Progress
All graduate students are required to maintain satisfactory progress in their degree program. This is accomplished by maintaining a cumulative G.P.A. of 3.0 (B) or higher in all courses listed in their program of study. This includes graduate courses taken outside the Nutrition Science Graduate Program (anthropology, education, psychology, sociology, etc.). Students must earn a B or better in all required courses.
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Contact Information: e-mail: clmono@syr.edu, Phone: 315-443-9437
Maria Erdman, M.S., R.D., C.D.N., C.S.O.
Associate Teaching Professor
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