About PhD Program,
In the Nutrition and Dietetics doctoral degree, you will choose a specialized area of study and build upon foundational courses in dietetics and research methods before proposing, writing, and defending a unique dissertation. Our program is designed for students who are interested in applying nutrition in clinical and community settings as well as in epidemiological research.
PhD Program Degree Eligibility with GPA,
- Completion of undergraduate and master’s degrees
- One prior degree in nutrition and dietetics
- Overall GPA > 3.5 in at least one prior academic degree program
- Prior professional work or research experience related to departmental programs
- Clear focus/goals expressed by applicants through the application and interview process
- Prior teaching experience in nutrition or related field
- Extra consideration will be given for scholarly work such as presentations at professional meetings, peer-reviewed research publications, and grant submissions
PhD Funding Coverage,
We offer our full-time doctoral students a competitive funding program that includes tuition and living expenses and includes teaching opportunities, and faculty mentoring. All doctoral applicants regardless of citizenship will be considered for scholarships, assistantships, and fellowships. US students should complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) by March 1 to also be considered for student loans. For more information about financial aid see the Steinhardt Financial Aid website and the NYU Financial Aid website.
Application Requirement,
Résumé/CV
Statement of Purpose
Letters of Recommendation
Transcripts
GRE
Proficiency in English
Application Deadline,
Dec 01, 2024
Application Fee,
pay a $75 application fee
