Boston Nutrition Programs & Online Degrees

Simmons University's Bachelor of Science in Nutrition and Dietetics is an ACEND-accredited program combining foundational sciences like biology, chemistry, and biochemistry with specialized coursework in food science, community nutrition, and medical nutrition therapy. Students gain hands-on experience through internships at Boston hospitals and community organizations, working alongside registered dietitians. The curriculum meets didactic requirements for the RDN credential and includes a capstone. Graduates can pursue careers in clinical dietetics, public health, research, and wellness, or opt for an accelerated 4+1 master's pathway. Located in Boston's Longwood Medical Area, the program offers strong science foundations, faculty advising, and excellent placement into dietetic internships.

• Accreditation Council for Education in Nutrition and Dietetics (ACEND) accredited
• 80% licensure pass rate
• Capstone required
• Prepares for Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) examination
• Internships at Boston hospitals and organizations
• Research opportunities in Boston
• 4+1 accelerated master's option
• Faculty advisor assigned for guidance
• Clinical experiences in community settings
• Located in Boston's Longwood Medical Area

Simmons University's Master of Science in Nutrition and Health Promotion blends nutrition science with health promotion strategies. Students choose between an Applied Nutrition Science track, culminating in a research project, or an Entrepreneurship track, developing a business plan. The flexible 30-credit, 10-course curriculum can be completed in as little as one year full-time or up to three years part-time, with fully online or evening on-campus classes. Graduates pursue careers in public health, community nutrition, private practice, and research. The program also offers a pathway to combine the MS with a dietetic internship for the RDN credential, with over a century of nutrition education and a 97% RDN exam pass rate for DI graduates.

• 2 concentration options
• 1-Year program
• Complete in just one academic year
• 30 total credit hours
• 10 total courses
• Full-time and part-time options
• Prerequisite courses required
• 100+ years of nutrition education
• 97% RDN exam pass rate for DI
• On-campus and online formats

Simmons University's M.S. in Nutrition and Health Promotion with an Applied Nutrition Science concentration merges rigorous science with practical health communication. Coursework explores advanced preventive nutrition, nutritional epidemiology, and wellness, culminating in a capstone research project. Students gain skills in research methods, program evaluation, and health promotion, preparing for roles in community nutrition, private practice, and public health. Offered fully online or via evening classes on Boston's Longwood Medical Area campus, the program accommodates working professionals with full- or part-time pacing. With personalized faculty advising, nationally recognized instructors, and a 97% RDN exam pass rate for dietetic internship graduates, it's a strong option for those seeking evidence-based training and a pathway to the RDN credential.

• 2 concentration options
• 1-Year program
• Complete in one academic year
• 30 total credit hours
• 10 total courses
• Full-time and part-time options
• 97% licensure pass rate
• Prerequisite courses required
• Capstone required
• Prepares for RDN Exam

Simmons University's M.S. in Nutrition and Health Promotion with an Entrepreneurship concentration prepares students to build ventures at the intersection of nutrition and business. This 30-credit, 10-course program integrates advanced nutrition science with courses from the Simmons School of Management, including financial aspects of business and creativity, innovation, and entrepreneurship. The capstone is the development of a customized business plan, ideal for launching for-profit, nonprofit, or government nutrition enterprises. The flexible format, available fully online or evenings on campus, allows completion in one year full-time or extended part-time. Graduates can also combine the degree with a dietetic internship for RDN eligibility, benefiting from a century of nutrition education expertise and personalized advisement.

• 2 concentration options
• 1-Year program
• Complete in just one academic year
• 30 total credit hours
• 10 total courses
• Full-time and part-time options
• Prerequisite courses required
• Capstone required
• 100+ years of nutrition education
• 97% RDN exam pass rate (internship)

Boston University's BS in Nutrition with a Nutrition Science Track is a rigorous pre-health pathway for students targeting medical, dental, or veterinary school. The 128-credit curriculum blends foundational biology, chemistry, and physics with specialized courses in medical nutrition therapy, food science, and life cycle nutrition. Hands-on learning includes a food science lab with kitchen experiments and an optional practicum in healthcare, community, or research settings. Research methods training prepares students to analyze evidence-based findings. Electives such as sociology of health care and public health broaden understanding of population health. Small cohorts and personalized advising through the BU Hub support student success. Graduates are well-prepared for advanced health professions studies or careers in nutrition research and biomedical science.

• 128 total credit hours
• 2.0 GPA minimum
• Pre-health pathway for medical school
• Hands-on food science lab
• Undergraduate nutrition practicum
• Research methods training
• Medical nutrition therapy courses
• Sociology of health care option
• Essentials of public health course

Boston University's ACEND-accredited BS in Nutrition with a Dietetics Track is a Didactic Program in Dietetics (DPD) designed to prepare students for the Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) credential. The 128-credit curriculum covers physical, biological, and nutritional sciences, with courses in medical nutrition therapy, food science, community nutrition, and counseling. Gateway courses require a C+ average. Hands-on learning includes a supervised practicum and summer anatomy modules. Students may also study abroad in Italy or pursue a senior thesis for distinction. Graduates sit for the national RDN exam and find careers in clinical dietetics, community health, and food service management. Financial aid is available for eligible students.

• Accreditation Council for Education in Nutrition and Dietetics (ACEND) accredited
• 3 concentration options
• 128 total credit hours
• Prepares for Commission on Dietetic Registration national credentialing examination
• Financial aid available
• Prepares for RDN credential
• Gateway courses require C+ average
• Summer anatomy modules included
• Senior thesis for distinction available
• Study abroad in Italy program

Boston University's BS in Nutrition with a Nutrition & Health Track prepares students to improve community wellness through science-based dietary strategies. The 128-credit curriculum blends public health nutrition with a chosen concentration in areas such as global health, psychology, or communications—or students can propose a unique concentration. Coursework includes foundational sciences, food science, epidemiology, and chronic disease prevention. An optional practicum places students with registered dietitians in healthcare, community, or industry settings. Graduates develop critical thinking and interdisciplinary collaboration skills, preparing for careers in public health, wellness coaching, food marketing, or policy advocacy.

• 128 total credit hours
• Public health nutrition coursework
• Concentration in global health, communications
• Propose unique concentration
• Undergraduate practicum with RD
• Build healthier communities
• Shape nutrition policies
• Evidence-based communications
• Healthier marketplace contribution

Boston University's MS in Nutrition is a STEM-eligible, two-semester graduate program open to students from any undergraduate background, including registered dietitians, pre-med students, and career changers. Core coursework in human nutrition science and metabolism builds a strong foundation, while students can self-design concentrations in public health, sports nutrition, research, or clinical nutrition. Research experiences and an optional practicum offer hands-on learning. The 32-credit program is offered full-time or part-time with graduate assistantships available. Graduates pursue careers in research, public health, community nutrition, and industry. International students on F-1 visas may qualify for a 24-month OPT extension. The program also serves as a gap-year experience for pre-med students and requires no prior nutrition background.

• 4 concentration options
• 2-Semester program
• 32 total credit hours
• Full-time and part-time options
• Financial aid available
• STEM-eligible degree
• 24-month OPT extension
• Build your own concentration
• Optional practicum course
• No nutrition background required

Boston University's MS in Nutrition + Dietetic Internship with a clinical concentration is an ACEND-accredited, STEM-eligible graduate program. The 32-credit curriculum deepens knowledge in human nutrition science and metabolism, including medical nutrition therapy, evidence-based practice, and interprofessional education. Students engage in research with expert faculty and complete a customizable practicum. The clinical concentration features a 29-week supervised practice at top Boston teaching hospitals, preparing graduates for the CDR national exam and RDN credential. Offered full-time or part-time with graduate assistantships available, the program also includes cross-college interprofessional education, scholarships, and clinical rotations.

• ACEND accredited
• 32 total credit hours
• Full-time and part-time options
• Prerequisite courses required
• Prepares for CDR national exam
• Financial aid available
• Scholarships available
• STEM eligible graduate degree
• Research experiences for evidence-based practice
• Expert faculty in cutting-edge research

• 2 concentration options
• Complete in Most students take 1.5 – 2 years and complete the coursework in the first year followed by placement in a basic, clinical, or epidemiologic research lab. If necessary, the program can be completed in 12 months (1 calendar year)
• 32 total credit hours
• Full-time and part-time options
• Thesis required
• Small class sizes
• Personalized mentoring for success
• Publish in peer-reviewed journals
• Study obesity, diabetes, heart disease
• Prepares for medicine, dentistry, PhD

Northeastern University’s online Master of Science in Applied Nutrition with a Business and Entrepreneurship in Nutrition concentration equips students to merge clinical nutrition expertise with entrepreneurial acumen. The curriculum covers advanced nutrition, metabolism, medical nutrition therapy, and clinical health behavior change, while sharpening skills in wellness program development and strategic communication. Faculty include registered dietitians and practicing business leaders, offering real-world perspectives. Designed for working professionals, the flexible program can be completed in under two years through the College of Professional Studies. Graduates pursue careers in nutritional counseling, corporate wellness, and nutrition-focused startups. Other concentrations include Nutrition Education and Nutrition and Fitness. The program does not specify a required entrance exam.

• 5 concentration options
• Complete in less than two years
• Faculty are real-world practitioners
• Taught by registered dietitians
• Curriculum covers nutrition, metabolism, disease prevention
• Career prospects in growing field
• 100% online program
• College of Professional Studies
• Quarter-hour credit system
• Northeastern University, Boston, MA

The Master of Science in Applied Nutrition at Northeastern University with a Nutrition Education concentration prepares professionals to champion healthy eating behaviors in diverse communities. This fully online program integrates advanced nutrition metabolism, medical nutrition therapy, and health behavior change, with specialized courses in educational strategies and program design. Led by registered dietitians and clinicians, the curriculum emphasizes evidence-based, practical approaches. Students benefit from Northeastern's R1 research status and expansive alumni network. The degree can be completed in under two years, making it ideal for working practitioners. Graduates are equipped for roles in community nutrition, wellness coaching, and public health advocacy. Coursework in research methods and clinical behavior change strengthens the ability to design effective nutrition education programs. Admission requirements do not list a graduate entrance exam.

• 5 concentration options
• Complete in on average, students can complete this degree in less than two years
• Taught by registered dietitians and clinicians
• Online master's degree program
• Focus on metabolism and disease prevention
• R1 Carnegie classification
• Quarter-hour credit system
• Part of Northeastern College of Professional Studies

Northeastern University’s online MS in Applied Nutrition with a Nutrition and Fitness concentration pairs exercise science with advanced dietary interventions to optimize athletic performance and overall wellness. Core courses cover advanced nutrition metabolism, medical nutrition therapy, and clinical behavior change, while the concentration explores personalized nutrition planning for fitness and sport. Instructors include registered dietitians and clinical experts who bring practical insight to the virtual classroom. This 49-credit program, delivered in a flexible online format, is designed for working professionals and can be completed in less than two years. Graduates answer the growing demand for sports nutritionists, wellness coaches, and fitness industry consultants. By blending evidence-based science with practical application, the degree equips students to help clients achieve performance and health goals. The program does not specify an entrance exam requirement.

• 5 concentration options
• Complete in less than two years
• 49 total credit hours
• Faculty includes registered dietitians
• 100% online program
• Core: Medical Nutrition Therapy
• Prepares for nutrition counseling roles
• Quarter-hour credit system