Public Health: Nutrition (MPH)
Degree
MPH
Major Credits
42
Total Credits
42
Time to Completion
2 Years
Locations
Mankato,Online
Overview
This program is for those who hold the RDN credential and focuses on advanced learning in education and health promotion related to food and nutrition. Graduates of the program are prepared for employment in a wide variety of settings including those where the RDN credential alone may not be sufficient, including educational settings, governmental agencies, health organizations, non-profits, and non-governmental organizations and industry.
Program Highlights
- Affordable tuition
- A 100% online program is perfect for working professionals and can be completed any time, from anywhere
- Eligible to sit for the Certified Health Education Specialist (CHES) or the Master Certified Health Education Exam (MCHES) (pending additional qualifications) administered by the National Commission for Health Education Credentialing, Inc.
- A comprehensive curriculum, focusing on grant writing and administration, program planning and evaluation, and more.
- Students are able to tailor projects throughout the curriculum to help them meet their personal and professional goals.
Application Requirements
- Bachelor's degree from an accredited university with a minimum GPA of 2.85. Preference is given to students who have an undergraduate GPA of 3.0 or higher
- Current registration with CDR as a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN).
- A personal statement indicating the purpose and objectives for pursuing an MPH from Minnesota State University, Mankato
- Three letters of recommendation from professors or professional colleagues. A minimum of one letter must be from an academic professor. No personal references are accepted.
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Additional Requirements for International Applicants
The program is offered exclusively online and is not eligible for I-20 issuance.
- Minimum TOEFL iBT score of 80 or a minimum IELTS score of 6.5
- Credential Evaluation prepared by a National Association of Credentials Evaluation Service member
Public Health: Nutrition MPH Application Deadlines
| U.S.-Based Applicants | International Applicants | |
| Fall Start | Rolling | May 1 |
|---|---|---|
| Spring Start | Rolling | September 1 |
| Summer Start | Rolling | N/A |
Contact Us
Contact Public Health: Nutrition Graduate Coordinator Learn more about the College of Allied Health and Nursing Contact Graduate Studies