Master of Science in Clinical Nutrition - NEW!

The Master of Science in Clinical Nutrition program inspires, educates, and prepares students to become leaders in the extensive field of nutrition and dietetics. Our students are equipped with innovative and evidence-based education and research to excel as registered dietitian nutritionists. The program emphasizes interdisciplinary collaboration, social responsibility, and global impact.

Curriculum Overview

The program is an online, four-semester, 50-credit hour program that consists of 17 courses. It blends didactic learning with faculty-supervised experiential training (SEL).

Prerequisite Requirements

The prerequisites for the Master in Clinical Nutrition program include eight (8) physical science and math courses completed within 7 years of the application. An additional course in medical terminology if the applicant does not have a healthcare background. These courses may be at an undergraduate or graduate level. Some community colleges/universities offer a level of course that will not be appropriate for this program. Approval may be requested for a course an applicant is considering taking or for a course the applicant has completed.  

Students may apply for admission with the courses in progress, but all prerequisite courses must be complete with a grade of B-or higher by orientation into the program. A mark of pass-fail is not an option for prerequisite courses. All official transcripts must be submitted before classes begin. Students who do not have verification of course completion and an official transcript by orientation will be unenrolled from the program. The student may be required to reapply at a future date. 

Physical Sciences

Biochemistry 

Anatomy & Physiology I & II with labs (8semester hours minimum) 

Chemistry 2 courses – Organic and Inorganic withlab (8 semester hours minimum) 

Microbiology with lab (4 semester hours) 

Introduction to Nutrition 

One course in either Psychology or Sociology 

Math

Introductory Statistics (3 semester hours)

Medical terminology*

*Students may request an exemption for this course if they have a degree in a healthcare field or have clinical practice experience. This course may be taken at a community college. 

In 2026, applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis once a completed application packet is submitted. The enrollment date will be the following fall semester. Applicants who meet the minimum admissions criteria may be invited for an interview. The interview team may include the program director, clinical coordinator, and/or faculty from the School of Nursing, and others. The admission decision will be based on the interview, academic standing, and the student completing all prerequisite courses and program requirements. 

Applicants must submit their application through the Dietetics Inclusive Centralized Application Services (DICAS).

Contact:

Jennifer K. Frediani, PhD,RD, ACSM-CES
Assistant Professor
Nell Hodgson Woodruff School of Nursing
Nutrition and Health Sciences Program

The Emory University MS in Clinical Nutrition Program has been granted candidacy for accreditation status by the Accreditation Council for Education in Nutrition and Dietetics (ACEND) of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics. After successfully completing all program requirements, our students are recognized as graduates of an ACEND-accredited program.

Academy of Nutrition & Dietetics
120 South Riverside Plaza, Suite 2190, Chicago, IL 60606-6995
ACEND@eatright.org | 1-800-877-1600 ext.5400