Diet and Exercise
Program Information:
Program Statement:
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- Master of Science (M.S.)
Learning Goals:
- Demonstrate understanding and technical competency in the fundamental principles and concepts of nutrition and exercise science.
- Demonstrate proficiency in interpersonal communication and the ability to work successfully in teams to solve multidisciplinary problems.
- Effectively prepare and deliver technical information to food science/human nutrition and exercise science professionals as well as to the general public.
- Find, evaluate, and accurately interpret research literature.
- Critically evaluate information, including the ability to distinguish verifiable facts from value claims, detect bias, and identify sources of conflicts.
- Understand the dimensions of issues facing professionals in the field of nutrition and exercise science, including ethical, cultural, and environmental components.
- Identify important health-related interactions between dietary nutrients and exercise used to assess and design dietary and exercise programs for maintenance of optimal health.
- Evaluate and synthesize metabolic, dietary, and exercise research to devise advanced strategies in exercise and dietary intervention.
- Design, conduct, and interpret research.
- Apply theoretical information to solve practical problems.
- Submit a paper for publication in a peer-reviewed journal.
How long does it take to earn a degree?
- Median time to earn the master’s: 2.0 years (Methods)
Program Contact:
Contact: Lorraine Lanningham-Foster
Phone: 515 294-4684
E-mail Address:
Phone: 515 294-4684
E-mail Address:
Mailing Address:
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Brenda Emery, Graduate Program Coordinator
Department of Food Science and Human Nutrition
220 MacKay Hall
Iowa State University
Ames, IA 50011-1123
Admission Requirements:
Graduate College Requirements:
Program Specific Requirements:
- 4 year Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent)
- Academic Records/Transcripts
- Minimum 3.0 GPA (Program may alter requirement.)
- Proof of English Proficiency.
- Required coursework prior to program admission
- Program Requires GRE: Yes
- Program Requires GMAT: No
- Program Will Review Without TOEFL or IELTS: No
- Financial Statement: Application
- English Proficiency Minimum:
TOEFL Paper (PBT) 550 TOEFL Internet (iBT) 79 IELTS 6.5 PTE 53 Duolingo (approved through spring 2025) 105
Application Information:
Application Deadlines:
- October 1 of junior year
Application Details:
This program is open to domestic and international students.
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