HNES offers an M.S. with options in Exercise/Nutrition Science, Leadership in Physical Education and Sport, and Dietetics (online), an MATrg, and a Ph.D. in Exercise Sciences and Nutrition.

Location:

Fargo, United States

Program Type:

Full Degree

Degree Level:

Master

Specialty:

Nutrition & Food Science

Program Overview

Program Description:

The Department of Health, Nutrition, and Exercise Sciences (HNES) offers graduate study leading to the Master of Science (M.S.) degree in HNES with options in Exercise/Nutrition Science and Leadership in Physical Education and Sport. The HNES department also offers a Master of Science (M.S.) in Dietetics (on line through the Great Plains Interactive Distance Education Alliance), Master of Science (M.S.) in Advanced Athletic Training (http://www.ndsu.edu/hnes/advanced_athletic_training_post_professional/) and a Master of Athletic Training (MATrg) (http://www.ndsu.edu/hnes/athletic_training_professional/) degree. A Ph.D. degree in Exercise Science and Nutrition is also available (http://www.ndsu.edu/hnes/phd_in_exercise_science_and_nutrition/). The Exercise/Nutrition Science option prepares the graduate for advanced positions with an emphasis in the areas of physical activity, exercise science, nutrition, and health promotion. The department is devoted to researching and understanding the long-term effects of physical activity and nutrition, and translating this research into effective exercise science and wellness programs for children, adolescents, and adults of all ages. This option is appropriate for athletic trainers, nutrition, and exercise science graduates. The Leadership in Physical Education and Sport (LPES) option is an online program that prepares teachers and coaches to become actively engaged in leadership roles within school systems or professional organizations. This degree prepares students to be master teachers, head coaches, department heads, and activities directors at the interscholastic level; assistant coaches, lecturers, and assistant or lead directors at the intercollegiate level; and to become actively engaged in leadership roles within professional organizations.The Dietetics (online) program prepares registered dietitians to practice at an advanced level or pursue doctoral study. The Great Plains Interactive Distance Education Alliance program in Dietetics provides opportunities for registered dietitians and registration-eligible dietetic graduates to integrate and apply principles from the biomedical sciences, human behavior, and management to design and lead effective food and nutrition programs in a variety of settings. This program is fully online at http://www.ndsu.edu/hnes/dietetics_on_line. In a multi-institution degree program, students 1) Apply and are admitted to one university; 2) Enroll in all courses at that university; and 3) Graduate or receive a certificate from that university. A Dietetics graduate candidate must complete a minimum of 36 credit hours to earn a Master of Science degree. Students will complete a six-credit research thesis. In addition to Graduate School admission requirements, the following criteria will be considered at the time of application for admission into graduate study. Admission to a master's degree program is considered ONLY after all required application materials have been received and reviewed. In order to be considered, the applicant must have a Bachelor of Science degree in an HNES related field from an accredited institution, an overall undergraduate GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale, and have submitted all required materials as listed. The GRE is required for the Ph.D. and the Exercise/Nutrition Science option of the M.S. degree. During the application process, the applicant must submit an exhibit of his/her written competency through an essay discussing professional philosophy and professional goals. The Department of Health, Nutrition, and Exercise Sciences reserves the right to obtain additional information about the applicant's professional competence from qualified professionals. Admission decisions are based upon the predicted success of the applicant as a student and professional in the chosen field and are made only after considering all available data. Both research and teaching assistantships may be available. Applications are considered on the basis of scholarship, potential to undertake advanced study and research, and financial need. To be considered for an assistantship, a completed Graduate School application, official transcripts, and three letters of reference must be received by the Graduate School by the program deadline. The department admits students for fall semester only in the Exercise/Nutrition Science option. Graduate assistants teach approximately six credits each semester, receive a financial stipend for their work, and a full tuition waiver for fall, spring, and summer semesters. Assistantships are available contingent upon current funding and faculty need.

Additional Program Information

Accreditation:

Contact the school for information

Financial Aid:

Yes

Requirements:

Application deadlines vary by program/option; GRE required for Ph.D. applicants and M.S. HNES - Exercise/Nutrition Science option; GPA 3.0 on a 4.0 scale required

International Requirements:

TOEFL ibT 100 or IELTS 7