Admission Mission Statement
The Department of Nutrition and Integrative Physiology is committed to training clinical and research leaders in dietetics, nutrition, and metabolism investigations. Our programs impart knowledge in a culture that fosters teamwork, professionalism, and compassion, producing exceptional graduates who are prepared to improve the lives of all members of our society. To achieve these aims, we admit individuals from a broad variety of backgrounds and experiences who display academic excellence, community service, and leadership potential. NUIP evaluates applicants on a wide range of criteria, including academic performance, personal statements, life experiences, and extracurricular activities. Using this holistic admissions process, we strive to recruit a diverse class of students and create a dynamic learning environment that prepares graduates to serve all sectors of our communities.
Learn more about our department's efforts in creating a diverse and inclusive climate.
Requirements
To be eligible to apply to the ACEND accredited Coordinated Master's Program, students must have completed a bachelor's degree (in any discipline) and completed all the required prerequisites.
Application Deadline
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How to Apply
The CMP program begins Fall semester and the application deadline for matriculation is February 15th. The selection committee meets in March with notification of acceptance/non-acceptance issued by April 5th.
Submit your application online using Slate portal:
REQUIRED SUPPORTING DOCUMENTS
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CURRICULUM VITAE or RESUME Ensure all professional memberships, professional publications and conference paper presentations, internship experiences, and civic/volunteer activities are included on your CV. |
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STATEMENT OF PURPOSE 500 word statement describing your motivation for becoming a registered dietitian. Include autobiographical information related to past growth or future potential, relevant experience, volunteer or work experience with medically underserved populations, leadership positions in a volunteer or work setting, and a supporting statement of how the degree will help you achieve your professional goals. |
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THREE (3) ACADEMIC LETTERS OF RECOMMENDATION (LoR) Three academic recommendations are highly recommended, however, 2 academic and 1 professional is accepted. Add recommendation providers at the beginning of your application process, to provide an ample amount of time for submission before the application deadline. You will provide the names and contact information for the individuals who will submit letters of recommendation in support of your application. Slate will contact each recommender via email with further instructions LoR(s) due by the application deadline, February 15th. No LoR will be accepted after February 15th. |
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PREREQUISITES AND COURSES SECTION List all required courses completed prior to the beginning of the program. Also, enter prerequisite equivalency with any additional details, and the specific prerequisite course requirement this fulfills. If you are interested in the Sports Nutrition Concentration, then complete the Exercise Physiology prerequisite prior to admission to the CMP. Equivalent courses from accredited institutions are accepted. To confirm course equivalency, contact Jean Zancanella, CMP advisor, at jean.zancanella@health.utah.edu for a transcript review.
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ENGLISH PROFICIENCY TEST SCORES (TOEFL or IELTS) Test of Spoken English (TSE), is required only for those whose native language is not English. Test dates must fall within two years of submitting your application and paying your application fee to be valid. The Admission Office cannot use expired test scores to evaluate the English proficiency requirement.
Enter your scores in the "Test Scores" application section. Your scores are verified by international admission when they receive the official scores Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) exam - arrange for your most recent scores to be sent electronically to the University of Utah (School code: 4853). Department code is not necessary. The TOEFL score is preferred but we also accept the IELTS test scores. IELTS scores must be sent to your testing center to the University of Utah, Admission Office electronically. Find out more on how applicants can demonstrate English proficiency |
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TRANSCRIPTS A copy from each Institution attended must be uploaded in the "Academic History" section of the Slate portal. All transcripts submitted with your application are considered unofficial and are used for initial admissions evaluation only. If you are admitted to the University of Utah, you will be required to submit official transcripts prior to the end of your first semester of enrollment. Students will not be permitted to continue their enrollment until all official transcripts are received by the Office of Admissions.
GRADUATE RECORD EXAM (GRE) - NOT REQUIRED |
SCHOLARSHIPS
The Department of Nutrition & Integrative Physiology at the University of Utah awards scholarships and other forms of financial aid (teaching assistantships, graduate assistantships, and other funding types) on a competitive basis. Incoming students (those who are in the process of applying) must complete the financial support questions in the "Additional Materials" section of the Slate portal during the application process. The financial support questions will then be evaluated by the selection committee during the admissions application review process. Notification of scholarship/financial aid recipients will be included within acceptance letters. Please note that answering the financial support questions will make you eligible to be considered for all NUIP scholarships/financial aid.
View all available scholarships.
ADDITIONAL GRADUATE ADMISSIONS INFORMATION
For additional information about the graduate application process, visit the the University of Utah Graduate School website.
PROSPECTIVE STUDENT RESOURCES
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