APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS
INTRODUCTORY NOTES
Application packets for Spring entry are due no later than September 30th. The program does not admit for fall semesters.
Please note that we cannot provide application fee waivers.
We do not pre-screen applicants--you MUST fill out an application: ONLINE APPLICATION
REQUIREMENTS FOR ALL APPLICANTS
- A bachelor’s degree based on a four-year curriculum from an institution accredited by one of the regional associations of the Commission on Institution of Higher Education or equivalent.
- A grade point average of 3.0 or higher on a 4.0 scale in the previous degree.
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS FOR INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS (WE ARE NOT CURRENTLY ACCEPTING INTERNATIONAL APPLICATIONS)
- We are not currently accepting international applications.
- A minimum Official Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) score of 540 on the written exam or 76 on the internet-based exam. UW will also accept a minimum score of 6.5 on the IETLS exam or certification of level 112 ELS completion in lieu of the TOEFL requirements.
- Applicants from an English speaking country or those who have attended a U.S. institution within one year preceding application to UW may request a waiver through the Office of Admissions.
- If you are accepted to our program, the Office of Admissions will request evidence of adequate financial resources to fill out your I-20 in preparation for your visa.
REQUIRED APPLICATION MATERIALS
- Unofficial transcripts from all institutions attended are required for consideration to our program; official transcripts will be required by the Office of Admissions if you are recommended to admissions with a Departmental Approval.
- Names and contact information for at least 3 professional references who will provide letters of recommendation about your preparedness and/or qualifications for the desired graduate degree program
- A personal statement that includes:
- Why do you want to enter the dietetics profession?
- Discuss experiences that have helped to prepare you for your career.
- What are your short-term and long-term goals?
- What are your strengths and weaknesses or areas of improvement?
- A brief resume or curriculum vitae
ADDITIONAL MATERIALS FOR INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS (WE ARE NOT CURRENTLY ACCEPTING INTERNATIONAL APPLICATIONS)
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- We are not currently accepting international applications.
- GRE scores
- unofficial GRE scores are acceptable for consideration by the Department of Family and Consumer Sciences
- Official GRE scores will be required after acceptance by the Office of Admissions
- Our department does not have a GRE minimum, however, it is important to note that our program is highly competitive and that applicants with higher GRE scores are prioritized during consideration.
- We do not grant GRE waivers.
- TOEFL or IELTS scores
- unofficial TOEFL/IELTS scores are acceptable for consideration by the Department of Family and Consumer Sciences
- Official TOEFL/IELTS scores will be required after acceptance by the Office of Admissions
VISIT OUR FACULTY
We are comprised of several core faculty, adjuncts, and professors emeriti that administer courses, host events, conduct extensive research, and support student success. Reach out to us with your interests and contact us with your questions!
APPLICATION TIMELINE
Applications for Spring are due September 30th; you can edit your application at any time before September 30th. The consideration period begins after the September 30th deadline. Applicants are notified by November 1st and the applicant has until November 15th to accept or decline. We do not pre-screen applications; all applications are evaluated together. It is also important to note that the consideration pool is always very large and that we do not have enough spots to accommodate every applicant; competition for a spot in the program is very high, but we always encourage those who are not selected to refine their application and to apply again.
GRADUATE COURSEWORK + EXPECTATIONS
The majority of accepted students’ coursework will be in their designated discipline and related areas. All master’s degree options require a minimum of 30 credit hours of coursework. Each student’s appointed committee will assist in formulating a plan of study within these program requirements. The objective of our graduate programs is to prepare students to:
- Be competent in the content studied
- Be competent in oral and written communications
- Be an independent and reflective learner
- Integrate theory, research, and practice
ACCREDITATION STATEMENT
Program accreditation is necessary because dietetics is a unique profession that requires
a defined educational process based on established national standards. The accreditation
process requires a detailed description of how a specific program meets the national
educational standards and an on-site evaluation by accreditation reviewers. The process
is completed every seven years and is undertaken by:
The Accreditation Council for Education in Nutrition and Dietetics (ACEND)
The Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics
120 South Riverside Plaza, Suite 2190
Chicago, IL 60606-6995
Phone: (800) 877-1600 ext. 5400
ACEND is responsible for setting the national standards and for evaluating, recognizing,
and publishing the list of programs that meet these standards. The GPND at UW is a
candidacy program in Cohort 4 for the Future Education Model Graduate Program (FEM-GP). A link to the ACEND accreditation standards that the GPND complies with, abides by,
and is governed by can be found here:
