Appalachian State University
Nutrition: Master of Science (MS)
Application Deadlines
Fall Admission
January 31
Prospective students must also complete the Dietetic Internship Centralized Application System (DICAS) application. Learn more
Application Requirements
Entrance exam: Not required
Application requirements vary by program. Learn more
Location
On campus and online
Completion Time
2 years (full time)
Nourishment for the whole mind.
Never before has proper nutrition been so integral to our daily lives. If you are looking for a career in a variety of health- and wellness-related fields, a Master of Science in Nutrition from App State can help you understand the science behind nutrition and be able to translate that science to others.
Through this program, you will learn how to apply knowledge from biological and nutritional sciences to inform nutritional diagnoses and develop personalized nutrition care plans to help others achieve optimal health and vitality through food.
From careers in athletics, to community wellness, to clinical settings — your nutritional expertise will be called upon to help others be their best selves as it propels your career forward.
App State’s master’s degree in Nutrition is also offered fully online — learn more by visiting App State Online.
Professional Licensure
This is a program that can lead to licensure or certification in North Carolina. Appalachian State University cannot confirm whether this program will meet the requirements for professional licensure in other states or territories.
If this applies to you, check the Professional Licensure webpage for information on licensure requirements and licensing agencies in other states. Or, you may address questions to State Authorization at App State at stateauthorization@orkexpo.net or 828-262-7559.
A 2024 ‘Best’
In its 2024 “Best Colleges” rankings, U.S. News & World Report named App State:
- No. 1 — Most Innovative School among Southern universities
- No. 2 — Top Public Schools in the South
- No. 3 — Best Regional Universities of the South
The Princeton Review named App State among the best schools in the U.S. and the Southeast for 2024.
‘Top’ school for 2023
Forbes magazine ranked App State among “America’s Top Colleges” for 2023.
Concentrations and Courses
Careers
Where can an App State degree take you? Anywhere you want to go!
Careers
From the Dietetics track, students can have careers as:
- Clinical Dietitian
- Registered Dietitian
- Director of Nutrition Services
- Nutritionist
- Wellness Coach
- Care Plan Manager
- Wellness and Benefits Coordinator
- Sales Manager
From the Public Health Nutrition track, students can have careers as:
- Nutrition Program Specialist
- Public Health Department Manager
- Nutrition Epidemiologist
- Director of Food and Nutrition Services
- Worksite Wellness Director
- Nutrition Educator
Employers
- Lincare Home Medical Equipment
- JFK Medical Center
- Carolinas HealthCare System
- Sidney Regional Medical Center
- CaroMont Health
- University Hospitals Case Medical Center of Cleveland
- North Florida Regional Medical Center
- Campbell County Health
- Premise Health
- Humana
- DaVita Kidney Care
- Wilkes Regional Medical Center
- Novant Health Thomasville Medical Center
- Nutritional Guidance Inc.
- Carolinas HealthCare System
- Surry County Health and Nutrition Center
- Morrison Healthcare
- Wake Forest Baptist Health
- Tampa General Hospital
- American Medical Association
- Broughton Hospital
- Center for Discovery
- Various school districts
Career information resource
App State’s Career Development Center
Services provided by the Career Development Center include resume reviews, career coaching, job and internship search assistance, and other tools for you to achieve life and professional success.
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International Experience
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Professional Development
Invest in yourself with opportunities designed to stimulate career growth. Learn more
Graduate Assistantships
Earn some money while you earn your degree. Learn more
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Connect
Program Contact
Dr. Melissa Gutschall
Program Director (Dietetics)
gutschallmd@orkexpo.net
828-262-2698
Dr. Kyle Thompson
Program Director (Public Health Nutrition Practice)
thompsonkl@orkexpo.net
828-262-3113
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