Penn State University’s (PSU) Master of Professional Studies in Nutritional Science is designed to prepare students for evidence-based advanced practice. Their 30-credit curriculum emphasizes critical thinking and interactive technology to engage students in the learning process. The program’s coursework is focused on the development of leadership skills, which can set students apart from their peers.
More information about the program’s mission and objectives can be found here.
Admission and Application Requirements
The admission and application requirements for PSU are as follows:
- Bachelor’s degree in nutrition, animal sciences, food science, dietetics, or a related biological/biomedical or health sciences discipline
- Prerequisite undergraduate courses for admission: organic chemistry, biochemistry, physiology, an introductory nutrition course, and one advanced nutrition course. Students must obtain a grade of B or better in each of these courses to be considered for admission
- Official transcripts from each institution attended
- Minimum GPA of 3.0
- Letters of recommendation
- Program-specific questions, resume, and personal statement
The GRE is not required to apply to PSU. More information about application requirements can be found here.
The application schedule below is for interns who are applying to the BWSDI MS/DI Pathway:
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Application Period |
Graduate School Application Deadline |
Graduate School Decision Deadline |
|
Fall Match |
September 25 | October 25 |
| Spring Match | February 15 |
March 22 |
As part of the MS/DI pathway application process, BWS DI requests that applicants provide proof of acceptance into PSU’s MS program to be eligible for the pathway. Proof may be provided by signing a FERPA Waiver. This waiver allows the university and the internship to communicate and will ensure that BWS DI receives information directly from the university about acceptance in time for the match decision deadline. Additionally, the form allows continued communication between the programs once the applicant is accepted. If you prefer not to sign the FERPA waiver, please contact us at bwsdi@bewellsolutions.com. Signed FERPA waivers may be sent to bwsdi@bewellsolutions.com.
IUG Students
Students pursuing the PSU IUG degree program may apply to BWS DI through the DI-Only Pathway.
Preselect
PSU also participates in Preselect with BWS DI. The Preselect Option allows dietetic internships to grant early admission to applicants from didactic programs in dietetics (DPD program) through which BWS DI has established an agreement with. More information about the Preselect option can be found here.
Tuition and Financial Aid
Financial aid and scholarships are available for PSU’s MPS in Nutritional Sciences. Learn more about tuition and financial aid here.
MS + DI Curriculum Timeline (Spring Match)
PSU’s academic calendar can be found here. The curriculum timeline for Spring Match is as follows:
MS + DI Curriculum Timeline (Fall Match)
PSU’s academic calendar can be found here. The curriculum timeline for Fall Match is as follows:
Graduation and Program Completion Requirements
Prior to graduating from PSU, students must complete a capstone project in which they identify an issue or problem in their work setting and produce and implement an evidence-based solution. Students must complete 30 credits.
More information about graduation and program completion requirements can be found here.