Master of Dietetics and Nutrition Admissions

The Masters in Dietetics and Nutrition Program participates in the Dietetics Inclusive Centralized Application Service (DICAS) for admissions practices. Applying to the program includes a two-step process: 

1. DICAS Application – Applicants must first apply using the DICAS application. All sections of the DICAS application must be complete. 
2. Ohio State's Program Application – Once the application has been submitted to DICAS, applicants will receive an e-mail with instructions on how to complete Ohio State’s supplemental program application and pay the supplemental application fee. 

There is a $60 supplemental application fee for all domestic applicants, and $70 supplemental application fee for international applicants. Ohio State works with a variety of programs that provide fee waivers to applicants, and also manages several of its own programs. International students are not eligible for application fee waivers. Information about fee eligibility for applicants can be found on the application fee waivers page.

Program Timeline

• August 5, 2024: DICAS application opens for interested applicants
• December 1, 2024: DICAS and OSU supplemental application deadline for all applicants
• March 1, 2025: Deadline for program to send admission decisions to applicants
• March 15, 2025: Deadline for applicants to accept/decline their offer of admission

Applications will be reviewed in January and competitive applicants will be scheduled for a holistic interview in early February. Prior experiences, knowledge of the profession and personal career goals will be evaluated at this time. Admissions decisions will be made by March.

If applicants have any questions, they should call the HRS Student Services Office at 614-292-1706 or e-mail at HRSGraduateStudentServices@osumc.edu

Applicants must submit the following materials with the online application by the application deadline to be considered for admission to the program:

• Curriculum Vita/Resume - Submission of a current CV/Resume
• A statement of Intent - A statement should include a summary of the applicant's relevant educational, professional and research experiences, as well as, the applicant's career and professional goals. The statement will be reviewed for writing quality and fit of the applicant's stated goals with the program's purpose and scope. 
• Transcripts - Transcripts must be submitted from corresponding institutions for all post-secondary coursework completed.
• Letters of Recommendation - Applicants must submit three (3) letters of recommendation. Graduate and Professional Admission will contact your recommenders directly for letters of recommendation once the application is submitted. You are encouraged to include references who you feel will speak to YOUR STENGTHS IN AN ACDEMIC SETTING AND  the likelihood of your success in a graduate program. Choose people who have knowledge of your strengths and goals. This may include professors, clinical instructors or employers. Areas of discussion can include but are not limited to, personal and professional development and follow through, work ethic, interpersonal skills, maturity and attitude toward learning and critical thinking.
• Completion of all prerequisite courses or their equivalents with a C- or higher. Not all prerequisites need to be completed at the time of application, but the plan will be evaluated for completion of requirements prior to beginning professional coursework.

It is strongly recommended that prospective students complete an online Major Information Session and then schedule an appointment with an academic counselor in the Office of Student Services. Early evaluation of transcripts for prerequisites and prior learning credit is highly suggested.

Office of Student Services