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Master of Science in Clinical Nutrition (MS)
Fully Accredited
Marywood University is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education (MSHE). / ADDRESS / 3624 Market Street, 2nd Floor West, Philadelphia, PA 19104. | Phone: (267) 284-5000
The Didactic Program, Internship Program, and Distance Internship Programs in the Nutrition and Dietetics department are accredited by the Accreditation Council for Education in Nutrition and Dietetics (ACEND). / ADDRESS / 120 South Riverside Plaza, Suite 2000, Chicago, IL 60606-6995. | Phone: (800) 877-1600
Step Into the Future of Healthcare with Clinical Nutrition
Marywood’s Clinical Nutrition Master of Science, provides advanced training in evidence-based nutrition care with a strong emphasis on Medical Nutrition Therapy (MNT). Students develop the expertise to assess, diagnose, and manage nutrition-related health conditions in a variety of clinical settings. The program can be completed online or on campus and offers clinical nutrition-focused elective options for further specialization. Students may choose to add a supervised experiential learning (SEL) component, which is necessary for eligibility to sit for the national Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) exam. Marywood undergraduates also have the option to complete the degree through accelerated (3+2) or traditional (4+2) pathways. With its STEM designation, this program prepares graduates for rewarding careers in clinical practice, healthcare leadership, and research.
The director made me feel welcomed and also helped me to realize how much Marywood cares for each of their interns. I could not imagine being a part of any other program. As a distance intern, I’ve met so many great people in this program and I’ve had some of the most amazing professors. Marywood’s distance track has also allowed me to have a flexible schedule. I am able to work, create my own schedule, and choose my own locations for my rotations.
Jordan Davis '21 Read All Testimonials
Outcomes & Opportunities
Top Employers
- Hospitals and Health Systems
- Outpatient Clinics and Specialty Practices
- Long-Term Care and Rehabilitation Facilities, Public Health and Government Agencies
Top Career Paths
- Registered Dietitian (RD)
- Clinical Nutrition Manager
- Clinical Dietitian (Acute Care or Outpatient), Public Health Nutritionist
Dig Deeper Into the Program Details
For admission to the program with the SEL/dietetic experiential track, applicants must hold a bachelor’s degree (in any field) and have successfully completed the following prerequisite coursework: General Chemistry, Organic Chemistry, Anatomy and Physiology, Statistics.
For the stand alone MS program, applicants must hold a bachelors degree (prerequisites are flexible)
Other admissions requirements are standard across the board with our other MS programs and MS programs + SEL (internship, dietetic experiential track)
Human Physiology Lab
The Human Physiology Lab includes a biochemistry lab, climate-controlled room, and equipment that measures:
- Aerobic capacity
- Anaerobic power
- Strength
- Bone density
- Airway function
- Body composition
More about the Human Physiology LabIn addition to traditional food testing tools, our Food Science Lab contains equipment to prepare students for food preparation in real-world commercial settings:
Blast chiller and rethermalization unit
Metabolic kitchen
Sensory evaluation lab
Ingredient room
Food Science Lab Photo Gallery
Our Healthy Demo Classroom is used for instruction and demonstrations, for both students and the community at large.
Our Sensory Evaluation Lab allows students to test the products they make in the Food Science Lab. The two laboratories are connected for easy evaluation.
O'Neill Center for Healthy Families
1401 University AvenueMap & Directions
The O'Neill Center for Healthy Families, located on University Avenue, provides classroom and research space, joining academic programs to innovative research. Students from the Nursing, Nutrition and Dietetics, Exercise Science, Respiratory Therapy, and Physician Assistant programs have classes in this building.
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Food Science Lab
Map & Directions
In addition to traditional food testing tools, our Food Science Lab contains equipment to prepare students for food preparation in real-world commercial settings
Learn More | Take a Virtual Tour
Scholarships
Morris K. Udall Scholarship
The Udall Foundation seeks future leaders across a wide spectrum of environmental fields, including policy, engineering, science, education, urban planning and renewal, business, health, justice, and economics. The Foundation also seeks future Native American and Alaska Native leaders in public and community health care, tribal government, and public policy affecting Native American communities, including land and resource management, economic development, and education.
Tuition
View Tuition RatesMarywood University faculty are prepared to provide students with the best learning experience possible.
- Department Chair
- Exercise Science Lab Manager
- Assistant Professor of Practice
- howard@marywood.edu
- 570-348-6211 x2283
- Coordinator of Nutrition Graduate Program
- Assistant Professor
- dtfrable@marywood.edu
- Clinical Coordination - Nutrition
- Dietetic Internship Director
- Assistant Professor of Practice
- morlowsky@marywood.edu
- 570-340-6010
- DPD Director
- Assistant Professor of Practice
- tullio@marywood.edu
- 570-348-6211 x2303
- Lab Assistant (PT)
80+ opportunities for you to find the right fit with 50+ undergraduate degrees and 30+ graduate and certificate courses.
From #DayOne, Marywood is here for you each step of the way.
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Fully Accredited
Marywood University is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education (MSHE). / ADDRESS / 3624 Market Street, 2nd Floor West, Philadelphia, PA 19104. | Phone: (267) 284-5000
The Didactic Program, Internship Program, and Distance Internship Programs in the Nutrition and Dietetics department are accredited by the Accreditation Council for Education in Nutrition and Dietetics (ACEND). / ADDRESS / 120 South Riverside Plaza, Suite 2000, Chicago, IL 60606-6995. | Phone: (800) 877-1600