HNES Graduate Programs
Program Description
The Department of Health, Nutrition, and Exercise Sciences (HNES) offers several graduate programs including:
Master of Science (M.S.) degree in Exercise/Nutrition Science
Master of Science (M.S.) in Dietetics (online through the Great Plains Interactive Distance Education Alliance)
Masters of Athletic Training (MATrg)
Ph.D. in Exercise Science and Nutrition
Admissions Requirements
In addition to Graduate School admission requirements, the following criteria will be considered at the time of application for admission into graduate study. Admission to a master's degree program is considered ONLY after all required application materials have been received and reviewed. In order to be considered, the applicant must have a bachelor's degree in an HNES related field from an accredited institution, an overall undergraduate GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale, and have submitted all required materials as listed. The GRE is required for application for the PhD program in Exercise and Nutrition.
During the application process, the applicant must submit an exhibit of his/her written competency through an essay discussing professional philosophy and professional goals.
The Department of Health, Nutrition, and Exercise Sciences reserves the right to obtain additional information about the applicant's professional competence from qualified professionals. Admission decisions are based upon the predicted success of the applicant as a student and professional in the chosen field and are made only after considering all available data.
Financial Assistance
Both research and teaching assistantships may be available. Applications are considered on the basis of scholarship, potential to undertake advanced study and research, and financial need. To be considered for an assistantship, a completed Graduate School application, official transcripts, and three letters of reference must be received by the Graduate School by the program deadline. Graduate assistants receive a financial stipend for their work and full tuition waiver for fall, spring, and summer semesters. Assistantships are available contingent upon current funding and faculty need.
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