- Agriculture, Food and Environment (M.S., Ph.D.)
- Biochemical and Molecular Nutrition (M.S., Ph.D.)
- Food and Nutrition Policy and Programs (M.S., Ph.D.)
- Nutrition Epidemiology and Data Science (M.S., Ph.D.)
- Nutrition Interventions, Communication, and Behavior Change (M.S., Ph.D.)
- Humanitarian Assistance (M.A.)
- Nutrition Science and Policy (MNSP)
- Master of Science/Dietetic Internship (M.S./D.I.)
- Developing Healthy Communities (Certificate)
- Sustainable Agriculture and Food Systems (Certificate)
- Nutrition Science for Health Professionals (Certificate)
- Nutrition Science for Communications Professionals (Certificate)
- Global Nutrition Programming (Certificate)
- Nutrition Industry Professionals and Entrepreneurs (Certificate)
2024
The year that eligibility to become a registered dietitian changes from a bachelor’s to a master’s degree
2,200+
Become part of an elite group of 2,200+ Friedman School alums
1978
The year that the Gerald J. and Dorothy R. Friedman School of Nutrition Science and Policy at Tufts University was established to tackle the world’s most important issues in food and nutrition
Make a Difference from Day One
- Participate in innovative research and faculty-led projects that lead to real, meaningful advances for children and their families.
- Put theory into practice at renowned teaching hospitals, clinics, schools, child-focused technology and media centers, juvenile justice facilities, and other Boston institutions.
- Gain the knowledge and hands-on experience you need to take on high-impact roles after graduation and help drive community change.
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ENTRY TERMS AND PRIORITY APPLICATION DEADLINES*:
M.S.
Fall: January 15
Spring: October 15
MNSP (hybrid)
Spring: November 15
Fall: April 15
*Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis throughout the year, but applying to M.S. programs by priority deadlines increases your chance for scholarship consideration.
APPLICATION DEADLINES:
Students are typically admitted on a rolling basis.
Accepting applications for fall 2024 until March 1, 2024.
Master's program:
Certificate program:
October 15, 2023 for spring 2024
February 15, 2024 for fall 2024
October 15, 2024 for spring 2024
May 15, 2024 for fall 2024
No GRE required
At Friedman, a personalized learning experience is our priority. Flexibility is built into our highly customizable pathways and is key to our mission. Our learning paths include:
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The Ellie Block and Family Career Services Center offers dedicated career coaching, opportunities, and a full array of career development resources to Friedman students. The center provides support at every stage of career planning and development. Highlights include:
- Access to an engaged Friedman alum group for mentorship and guidance
- Networking opportunities in the field
- Job-focused workshops and resources
For International Applicants
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GRE General Test scores not required for applicants who will have received a degree from a U.S. or Canadian institution by time of enrollment. GRE scores required for all other applicants.
The Friedman School pursues cutting-edge, policy-relevant, deeply engaged research and education, focused on nutrition from cell to society, including in molecular nutrition, human metabolism, population studies, clinical trials, data science, agriculture, nutrition interventions, behavior change, communication, food systems and sustainability, global food insecurity, humanitarian crises, and food economics and policy.
We offer partial tuition scholarships to many of our students. About 50 percent of students receive some assistance. Most awards cover 10–30 percent of tuition.
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Friedman faculty are world-renowned researchers, highly engaged teachers, and deeply involved in policy and program implementation around the globe. In the classroom, you can expect:
Grow Your Network with Distinguished Faculty
- Small class sizes for a personalized learning experience
- One-on-one academic advising with faculty, based on your interests
- A collegial environment in which students are considered, and treated as, future colleagues
Learn more about research areas and opportunities—as well as the program’s wide-reaching impact—from our distinguished faculty.
200+
The number of master’s and doctoral students currently enrolled at the Friedman School of Nutrition Science and Policy
3 billion
The number of people around the world who can’t afford a healthy diet—and whose lives could be positively changed through advancements in nutrition science
- Part-time or full-time options
- A hybrid master’s program option
- Flexible course selection
- Access to Boston’s esteemed network of graduate universities
We encourage our students to build a more equitable food environment for communities—and they don’t have to wait until they graduate to do it. Students have:
- Options to integrate internships and experiential learning into the curriculum plan to gain real-world experience
- Opportunities to work with faculty through an individualized research practicum, directed studies, a thesis project, and potential collaboration in faculty research
- Access to a large array of meaningful volunteer opportunities
- Master of Science in Nutrition + Didactic Program in Dietetics in partnership with Simmons University
- Master of Science in Nutrition + Master of Public Health in partnership with Tufts School of Medicine
- Master of Science + Master of Arts in partnership with the Department of Urban and Environmental Policy and Planning
- Master of Science + Master of Arts in Law and Diplomacy in partnership with The Fletcher School of Law and Diplomacy
Students can earn their Master of Science in Nutrition and their Master of Arts in select programs that span diverse areas of learning. We partner with prestigious local higher learning institutions, including Boston College, Simmons University, and other schools and departments at Tufts University to create unique joint and combined degree programs:
- Cargill, Inc.
- Center for Science in the Public Interest
- Center on Budget and Policy Priorities
- Dana-Farber Cancer Institute
- Deloitte Consulting
- Environmental Defense Fund
- Famine Early Warning Systems Network
- Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations
- General Mills
- Mass General Brigham
- Mathematica
- Mercy Corps
- Ocean Spray
- Tufts Medical Center
- United States Department of Agriculture (USDA)
Friedman alums work at prestigious companies and organizations around the globe, including but not limited to:
Our students will graduate with the necessary analytical, technical, and communication skills required for leadership roles in research development, academia, industry, and both government and nongovernmental organizations.
Job titles for our recent graduates include:
- Associate Director
- Associate Principal Scientist
- Associate Vice President, Research and Development
- Chief Research & Development Officer
- Consulting Associate
- Consumer and Marketing Intelligence Associate
- Corporate Engagement
- Director of Research, Food Assistance
- Food Security Analyst
- Innovation Analyst
- Nutrition Officer
- Program Manager
- Public Affairs Specialist
- Registered Dietitian
- Senior Food Technologist
- Senior Manager
- Senior Policy Scientist
- Senior Regulatory Scientist
- Sustainability Advisor
- Sustainability Development Manager
- Technical Advisor
