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On-Campus Master's in Food and Nutrition Studies
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On-Campus Master's in Food and Nutrition Sciences

The traditional on-campus master's program in Food and Nutrition Sciences features a multidisciplinary approach to the study of food and nutrition.

Students take required core courses in food and nutrition, as well as additional courses in an approved concentration that most students design themselves to create a unique program. The program's versatility makes it suitable for a variety of graduate students, including those with limited food or nutrition undergraduate training; those who have an existing registered dietetics credential but wish to obtain an advanced degree; educators who wish to obtain training in food and nutrition; or those who require additional coursework to apply for a dietetics internship.

Graduate students are encouraged to conduct multidisciplinary research in one of our current food and nutrition research areas:

  • Biological functionality of dietary bioactive compounds in age-related pathologies including neurodegeneration and cognitive decline
  • Hormone influence on fat metabolism, body composition and dietary intake, site-specific differences in adipose tissue metabolism
  • Diabetes (conducted in collaboration with the OHIO Diabetes Institute)
  • Effect of dietary and lifestyle behaviors and patterns (including overall diet, physical activity, social network, stress and/or sleep) on cardiovascular and diabetes endpoints
  • Characterization of the quality characteristics of the pawpaw, a local native fruit

Comprehensive Support and Career Readiness

We understand that every student's path is unique. Whether you choose online or on-campus, you will benefit from our comprehensive professional development services. These services include academic advising, writing assistance, and more, ensuring you have the support you need to succeed. Upon program completion, you'll be well-prepared to advance your career in nutrition, dietetics, entrepreneurship, the medical field, or beyond.

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Related Programs

Ohio University offers an online Food and Nutrition Sciences Master's Program as well as a Combined Master of Science and Dietetic Internship.

View all Food and Nutrition Sciences Graduate Programs

Costs and Financial Aid

When you choose OHIO, you’re getting the competitive tuition rates of a state university, but with the personalized attention and support you might expect from a private school. In fact, for the fourth consecutive year we were named the best value among Ohio’s public universities by U.S. News & World Report.

Tuition and fees are assessed based on the number of credit hours of enrollment, Ohio residency and program.

Program Contact

If you have further questions about the program, please reach out to the program director:

Christine Zachrich
Associate Clinical Professor
Food and Nutrition Sciences
zachrich@ohio.edu