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    Master of Science in Nutritional Sciences

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    Austin, USMSOnline2 years
    STEM-OPT
    $22,500.00
    Tuition
    over 24mo
    30
    Credits
    $90.00
    App fee

    Master of Science in Nutritional Sciences at The University of Texas at Austin is a 30-credit, 2-year, online MS program based in Austin, US. Tuition is $22,500 and the program is STEM-OPT eligible for international students.

    About the program

    The program consists of 30 credit hours across 10 courses, including five core courses on nutritional sciences, metabolism, statistics, and research methods, plus five courses in one of two concentrations: Health Promotion & Disease Prevention or Biochemical & Functional Nutrition.

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    12 months OPT (US), 24 months STEM OPT (US)

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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does Master of Science in Nutritional Sciences at The University of Texas at Austin cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Master of Science in Nutritional Sciences at The University of Texas at Austin is $22,500 across 30 required credits.
    Is Master of Science in Nutritional Sciences at The University of Texas at Austin online or in-person?
    Master of Science in Nutritional Sciences at The University of Texas at Austin is offered online, so students can complete coursework remotely.
    How long does Master of Science in Nutritional Sciences at The University of Texas at Austin take to complete?
    Master of Science in Nutritional Sciences at The University of Texas at Austin is structured around 2 years and 30 credits.
    What GPA is required for Master of Science in Nutritional Sciences at The University of Texas at Austin?
    Per the program's published guidance: A grade point average of at least 3.0 in upper-division course work (junior- and senior-level courses) and in any graduate work already completed
    Is Master of Science in Nutritional Sciences at The University of Texas at Austin STEM-OPT eligible?
    Yes - Master of Science in Nutritional Sciences at The University of Texas at Austin is STEM-OPT designated, allowing international graduates to extend their post-completion OPT for up to 36 months total.