Earn your degree in nutrition science

Prepare for careers in nutrition counseling, education, research or allied health professions with a Nutrition Science M.A. degree.

David B. Falk College of Sport’s graduate program in nutrition science is designed for students who want to become a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN)*. It integrates didactic coursework with supervised experiential learning, preparing graduates for credentialing and practice in clinical, community and food service management settings.

Accreditation: Accreditation Council for Education in Nutrition and Dietetics-accredited (meets eligibility for the RDN exam)
Program Length: Typically, two years (full-time only, 51-credit hours; including summer in second year)
Capstone: Comprehensive examination
Career Paths: Clinical dietetics, nutrition education, nutrition counseling and food service management

Students have opportunities to receive departmental financial aid in the form of assistantships and tuition discounts to help offset tuition costs. No separate funding application is required.

* Applicants must have completed course prerequisites or earned a verification statement from an accredited didactic program in dietetics (DPD).

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Gain essential proficiencies using industry standard equipment

In the Nutrition Assessment, Consultation and Education (ACE) Center, practice traditional and emerging professional competencies critical to effective nutrition practice. The ACE Center features nutrition-focused physical examination equipment, including testing systems used extensively in university and medical facilities, as well as the military.

The Syracuse University network spans international scholarly collaborators, global partner institutions and the proud Orange alumni family.

Falk college works with the NHL, MLS and the MLBPA to foster professional development and educational opportunities designed for the unique demands of professional athletes.

Our 2025 Nutrition MA graduates achieved an outstanding 89% first-attempt exam pass rate—far surpassing the national average of 65.4%.

Elevating our understanding of human potential

At Falk College of Sport, we harness the full potential of the human body. Our focus on human performance gives students a deep understanding of how the body works—and what it takes to reach peak physical and mental health. Through research, practice and innovation, students push boundaries, raise standards and shape the future of human performance.

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