Master of Science in Foods and Nutrition—Community Nutrition

Credit and Transfer

Total Hours Required to Earn Degree:  30 (credit hours)

Maximum Hours Transferable into Program: 6

Only transfer credits from an accredited institution will be considered. If transfer credit is awarded, it will still be necessary to complete the required number of hours to graduate, which will more than likely necessitate additional coursework above and beyond the degree program requirements.

Admission Requirements

• Hold Baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university
• Have cumulative grade point average for all previous undergraduate courses of 3.0 or above on a 4-point scale
• Provide valid Graduate Record Examination (GRE) scores*
• Provide three letters of recommendation from people who know you professionally or as a scholar
• Develop a statement of purposes and goals that can reasonably be met by the degree program
• Have access to a computer with a high-speed internet connection, and email account
• Work or volunteer experience in an area related to health, nutrition, or food science preferred

*GRE Requirement Suspended

The Department of Foods and Nutrition is suspending the GRE requirement for complete applications received by July 1st, 2021. Reported GRE scores are still preferred for admission​. 

The impact of the Coronavirus has resulted in testing cancellations, increased registration demand, and safety concerns at testing sites. Suspending this required testing will prevent prospective students from being disadvantaged during the application process by these unfortunate circumstances.

Application Checklist

1. Application – Submit the Graduate School Admissions online.  Application fee: $75 Domestic/$100 International 
2. Select campus - Online 
3. Select Intended Program - MS, Food and Nutrition (Foods and Nutrition)[MS_FDNS_NT_O] 
4. Select Area of Emphasis - Community Nutrition 
5. Entrance Exam Scores – Have official entrance exam scores sent to the UGA Graduate School by the testing service. Specify UGA as a recipient of the scores, institutional code for ETS reporting: 5813 
   1. GRE
   2. International applicants must also submit TOEFL or IELTS scores.
6. Résumé or curriculum vita – Upload to the Graduate School application.
7. Statement of Purpose – Submit a one-page statement of purpose online to the Graduate School. The statement of intent should clarify the candidate's relevant background, interests, and goals in relation to the program.
8. Transcripts –  Submit unofficial transcripts from all institutions attended as part of the Graduate School application. Send official transcripts after you are offered admission.
9. Letters of Recommendation – Submit three letters of recommendation online to graduate school. Letters should be from individuals who can evaluate the applicant’s scholarly ability and potential for success in a graduate program. Preferably at least two of them are from faculty who have instructed the applicant in a previous program of study. The application will prompt your recommenders to submit their letters electronically.

Application Deadlines

Domestic Applicants 

Fall: July 1

Spring: October 15

Summer: May 1

International Deadlines

Fall: April 15

Spring: October 15

Summer: February 15

Registration deadlines vary per semester. The UGA Office of the Registrar website provides up-to-date information on registration dates.