PhD Medical Nutrition Science at University of Kansas

Programme overview

The doctoral program in medical nutrition science is designed for students with a bachelor's or master's degree in nutrition (or with a degree in biological sciences that included course work in nutrition) to have the opportunity to pursue research at a world-class academic health center renowned for its research facilities.

Faculty: School of Health Professions | Department: Health Professions› | Location: Lawrence, KS, United States

What you will study

The total course work required depends upon whether the student is accepted to the program from a bachelor's or a master's degree, and it depends upon the area of study of that degree (nutrition, biological sciences or other areas of study). The hours for completion and suggested coursework is determined by the student's research advisor and research committee.

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Application information

Entry requirements

This program emphasizes course work in the core science of nutrition (integration of nutrition with biochemistry and physiology), biostatistics and human nutrition research using advanced research methodology. The course work required depends upon whether the student is accepted to the program from a bachelor's or master's degree program, as well as on the area of study of these degrees (nutrition, biological sciences or other areas of study). Detailed instructions on how to apply are posted on the Department of Dietetics and Nutrition website. Application deadlines are February 1 for fall semester entry and September 1 for spring semester entry.

Tuition is charged per credit, so the total depends on the modules you register for each year. Current fees are listed in the official fee schedule.

Entry terms follow the KU academic calendar; the application for first-year and transfer students is submitted through the KU application portal (go2.ku.edu). The fall freshman scholarship deadline is Dec. 1, the FAFSA priority deadline is Feb. 1 and the fall transfer scholarship deadline is Aug. 1.

Graduate application fee: $65 domestic degree-seeking, $100 international degree-seeking; waivers available. Requirements and deadlines are set by each programme.

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