At least a B (3.0) grade-point average or equivalent in work completed in the last two years of a bachelor's degree program and in all post-baccalaureate course work. All applicants are required to submit valid GRE scores. Minimum Scores Required Toefl Paper: 570, Toefl Internet (iBT): 90. As an alternative to the TOEFL, you can submit IELTS scores. IELTS scores are valid for 2 years. Minimum score required is 7. You will need to upload both your Statement of Purpose and Personal History Statement to the SOPHAS application. We require three (3) letters of recommendation to be submitted electronically via the SOPHAS application. You are required to upload an updated CV/resume to your SOPHAS application. Official World Education Services (WES) Evaluations of international transcripts are required to be sent to SOPHAS. Common work experience for admitted applicants: Typical successful applicants have work experience in Research Assistant positions at a health department. A bachelor's degree or recognized equivalent from an accredited institution, a satisfactory scholastic average, usually a minimum grade-point average (GPA) of 3.0 (B) on a 4.0 scale, and enough undergraduate training to do graduate work in your chosen field.
Excellent GRE scores and grades from nationally or internationally recognized undergraduate institutions.
Generally, some coursework in the sciences underlying human nutrition (including biology, chemistry, organic chemistry, biochemistry, physiology), and in food and nutrition sciences, with good to excellent grades in these courses.
Cultural competence and demonstrated knowledge of and interest in other cultures and languages.
Communication skills-demonstrated in the Statement of Purpose-that reflect an understanding of what public health is and why you want to specialize in Public Health Nutrition.
Critical thinking ability with an analytical approach to solving current issues in nutrition and public health.
Enthusiasm for and commitment to making a contribution to the public's health as reflected in your Statement of Purpose.
Relevant work experience in public health nutrition or related fields.
Letters of recommendation that attest to the applicant's qualities in the areas mentioned above.