Environmental Nutrition (MS)
Explore the connection between food, nutrition and the environment — fully online.
33
Credit Hours
100%
Online
6
RD/RDN Credit Hours
No
GRE Required
Explore the program
The master's degree in Environmental Nutrition is a fully online, 33-credit-hour program that examines the relationships between food, nutrition and the environment — and what those relationships mean for practice.
About the Program
Relevant research and theoretical foundations toward best practices guide the curriculum. You'll examine food sustainability, traditional food practices, food justice and complementary approaches to nutrition, then ground all of it in an applied project and internship.
Food SustainabilityTraditional Food PracticesFood JusticeComplementary NutritionApplied ProjectInternship
Built for real-world application.
The program offers an advanced degree option if you already carry food and nutrition responsibilities — in schools, industry, health care, government or non-profit organizations.
You'll complete an applied project and internship grounded in the practical application of sustainable nutrition practices.
A generalist program, and a genuinely mixed cohort. Environmental nutrition students arrive with undergraduate degrees in dietetics, nursing, health promotion, medicine, education, exercise science, food science, biology, anthropology, community health, psychology and more.
Admission
We invite applications from students who want to emphasize applied work in sustainable food and nutrition practices.
You'll need at least a bachelor's degree with some background in the biological sciences and nutrition. Admission decisions are based on grade point average, a narrative statement covering your personal goals, and letters of reference.
| GRE | Not required. Scores from within the past five years may be submitted to support your application. |
|---|---|
| Credit for Prior Learning | Registered dietitians and nutritionists (RD/RDN) may receive six credit hours of Credit for Prior Learning. |
Program Details
| Degree | Master of Science (MS) |
|---|---|
| Major | Nutrition |
| Concentration | Environmental Nutrition |
| Credit hours | 33 |
| Format | Fully online through UofM Global |
| Culminating experience | Applied project and internship |
Environmental Nutrition Degree Sheet >
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Post-grad + Careers
Our graduates and current students include an organic farmer, wellness educator, agriculture extension service agent, athlete, nurse, rancher, non-profit employee, registered dietitian nutritionists and a registered dietetic technician.
With a master's degree in environmental nutrition you're well prepared for advancement within:
- Non-profit organizations with food and nutrition missions
- Corporate positions with food and nutrition programs
- Local, state and national government food and nutrition programs
- International food and nutrition programs and agencies
- School food and nutrition services
- Healthcare facilities
- Wellness and health promotion programs
Common Questions
No. Graduate Record Examination scores from within the past five years may be submitted to support your application, but they are not required.
At least a bachelor's degree with some background in the biological sciences and nutrition. Admission is based on grade point average, a narrative statement covering your personal goals, and letters of reference.
This is a generalist program by design — students enter from dietetics, nursing, health promotion, medicine, education, exercise science, food science, biology, anthropology, community health, psychology and other fields.
Yes. Registered dietitians and registered dietitian nutritionists (RD/RDN) may receive six credit hours of Credit for Prior Learning.
Yes. Environmental Nutrition is a fully online UofM Global program, and coursework is asynchronous — many students continue working full-time while completing the degree.
Student Testimonials
"I knew I wanted to continue my education after receiving my undergraduate degree at Appalachian State University in dietetics and am so glad I found the Environmental Nutrition program at UofM! As someone who is passionate about sustainability and health, it was a perfect fit. The asynchronous classes also allowed me to work full-time as a nutrition educator while studying. In my second year, I was matched to the Garden to Table Nutrition distance dietetic internship with a focus in sustainability and local food production — I'm confident that my studies in Environmental Nutrition paved the way. I highly recommend this graduate program for anyone who wants to explore connections between health, environment and justice!"
Samara Tena
"When I began the environmental nutrition program at the University of Memphis, I lived in Washington state, where I owned and sustainably operated an organic farm and vineyard. Earning my master's degree was possible because this program is offered online! I was able to work, doing what I am passionate about, and learn at the same time. This program has covered many important issues facing our society and the health of our planet today. There should be some form of Environmental Nutrition curriculum in every classroom across the country."
Sarah Addams
"After completing the master's program in environmental nutrition, I was accepted into the dietetic internship program at Iowa State University. Because of my relevant graduate work, I received four weeks of prior-assessed learning credits and was recruited to serve on a pilot project on Sustainable, Resilient, and Healthy Food and Water Systems at Iowa State."
Lauren Hulen Boggs
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