Why ODU for an online nutrition program?

Advance your understanding of nutritional science and expand your impact in health and wellness. ODU’s online Master of Science in Nutrition is designed for students and professionals with backgrounds in nutrition, dietetics, public health, exercise science, kinesiology, and other health-related fields who want to deepen their expertise in clinical practice, research, and community health.

Your online coursework will strengthen your ability to apply evidence-based nutrition principles in both individual and population-level contexts. Courses are delivered in a flexible, fully online format to support working professionals and graduate students balancing personal and professional commitments.

In this program, you’ll explore topics such as:

  • Nutritional science and metabolism
  • Clinical and community nutrition
  • Cultural responsiveness and inclusive practice
  • Public policy and nutrition program leadership

You will choose a concentration in either Community Nutrition or Personalized Nutrition and Wellness to align your studies with your professional interests and long-term goals. The curriculum blends theoretical foundations with applied learning, preparing you to deliver person-centered care, manage nutrition and food service programs, support public health initiatives, and contribute to policies that promote health and well-being.

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Program Information

Total
33 Credit Hours

Explore the connection between food and health. Earn your masters degree in Nutrition online. Our program can be completed in 33 credits. 

The curriculum includes a 21-credit core and 12 additional credits within the chosen concentration, combining theoretical foundations with applied learning. Students will enroll in the following core courses, regardless of concentration:

  • The Nutrition Profession
  • Nutritional Biochemistry and Nutrigenomics
  • Developmental Nutrition
  • Nutritional Assessment and Interpretation
  • Medical Nutrition Therapy I
  • Applied Nutrition Capstone I/II
  • Advanced Concepts in Nutrition Sciences

Full-time students will be able to complete this program within eighteen months. Students can also self-pace through the curriculum.

Community Nutrition
As public health challenges grow more complex, there is increasing demand for professionals who can lead nutrition initiatives at the community level. This concentration prepares students to address health disparities through program planning, cultural competence, and applied research. You’ll learn to design, implement, and evaluate evidence-based nutrition programs that promote wellness across diverse populations.

Personalized Nutrition and Wellness
With growing interest in individualized health strategies, this concentration equips students to meet the demand for customized nutrition and wellness planning. Coursework emphasizes behavior change, physical activity, and nutrition education to support person-centered care. Graduates are prepared to work in clinical, corporate, and private practice settings where wellness and prevention are key priorities.

This online Master of Science in Nutrition program is ideal for students and professionals focused on nutrition science who want to expand their impact in clinical practice, community health and research.

Ideal applicants include:

  • Registered dietitians, dietetic interns or practicing nutrition professionals seeking advanced practice or leadership.
  • Public health and community health professionals aiming to manage programs, shape policy or lead initiatives.
  • Exercise science, kinesiology and wellness professionals interested in personalized nutrition and preventive health.
  • Applicants who want a flexible online degree with a choice of Community Nutrition or Personalized Nutrition and Wellness.

Access your course materials from anywhere, on your schedule. Some courses include live online sessions to foster connection and collaboration, while others offer flexible pacing. Instructors may set specific deadlines for assignments or exams to keep you on track and supported. 

All courses follow ODU’s academic calendar, giving you a clear path forward and the structure you need to plan ahead with confidence.

Salvatore Carbone, Ph.D., RDN, FHFSA, FASPEN
Associate Professor and Director 
Nutrition Program, EVMS School of Health Professions, Division of Endocrine and Metabolic Disorders, Strelitz Diabetes Center 
757-446-7149
scarbone@odu.edu

Total
33 Credit Hours

Explore the connection between food and health. Earn your masters degree in Nutrition online. Our program can be completed in 33 credits. 

The curriculum includes a 21-credit core and 12 additional credits within the chosen concentration, combining theoretical foundations with applied learning. Students will enroll in the following core courses, regardless of concentration:

  • The Nutrition Profession
  • Nutritional Biochemistry and Nutrigenomics
  • Developmental Nutrition
  • Nutritional Assessment and Interpretation
  • Medical Nutrition Therapy I
  • Applied Nutrition Capstone I/II
  • Advanced Concepts in Nutrition Sciences

Full-time students will be able to complete this program within eighteen months. Students can also self-pace through the curriculum.

Community Nutrition
As public health challenges grow more complex, there is increasing demand for professionals who can lead nutrition initiatives at the community level. This concentration prepares students to address health disparities through program planning, cultural competence, and applied research. You’ll learn to design, implement, and evaluate evidence-based nutrition programs that promote wellness across diverse populations.

Personalized Nutrition and Wellness
With growing interest in individualized health strategies, this concentration equips students to meet the demand for customized nutrition and wellness planning. Coursework emphasizes behavior change, physical activity, and nutrition education to support person-centered care. Graduates are prepared to work in clinical, corporate, and private practice settings where wellness and prevention are key priorities.

This online Master of Science in Nutrition program is ideal for students and professionals focused on nutrition science who want to expand their impact in clinical practice, community health and research.

Ideal applicants include:

  • Registered dietitians, dietetic interns or practicing nutrition professionals seeking advanced practice or leadership.
  • Public health and community health professionals aiming to manage programs, shape policy or lead initiatives.
  • Exercise science, kinesiology and wellness professionals interested in personalized nutrition and preventive health.
  • Applicants who want a flexible online degree with a choice of Community Nutrition or Personalized Nutrition and Wellness.

Access your course materials from anywhere, on your schedule. Some courses include live online sessions to foster connection and collaboration, while others offer flexible pacing. Instructors may set specific deadlines for assignments or exams to keep you on track and supported. 

All courses follow ODU’s academic calendar, giving you a clear path forward and the structure you need to plan ahead with confidence.

Salvatore Carbone, Ph.D., RDN, FHFSA, FASPEN
Associate Professor and Director 
Nutrition Program, EVMS School of Health Professions, Division of Endocrine and Metabolic Disorders, Strelitz Diabetes Center 
757-446-7149
scarbone@odu.edu

Pre-Accreditation Notice for Didactic Program in Dietetics (DPD)

Our application for eligibility to open a Didactic Program in Dietetics (DPD) (Dietetics concentration in addition to Community Nutrition and Personalized Nutrition and Wellness) has been accepted by ACEND and we are currently in the candidacy process for the proposed program.

While not currently enrolling, applications will be accepted once the program achieves candidacy for accreditation status from ACEND (anticipated January 2027).

Pre-Candidate Accreditation Statement

The Macon and Joan Brock Virginia Health Sciences School of Health Professions at Old Dominion University has applied to the Accreditation Council for Education in Nutrition and Dietetics (ACEND®) to open a Didactic Program in Dietetics (DPD), a program that provides the dietetics coursework necessary for an individual to apply to an ACEND accredited dietetic internship or other ACEND accredited supervised practice program, in Fall 2026. Successful completion of a Didactic Program in Dietetics (DPD), Master’s degree from a college or university recognized by USDE or foreign equivalent, and supervised practice/supervised experiential learning from an ACEND-accredited program, lead to eligibility to take the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR)’s credentialing examination for dietitians.

Our eligibility application was accepted by ACEND, and we are in the candidacy process for our proposed program. The program is not accepting applications at this time but will do so upon successful completion of the eligibility application process if the program receives candidacy for accreditation status from ACEND.

For more information about the ACEND accreditation standards review the 2022 ACEND Accreditation Standards. 

Contact Salvatore Carbone, PhD, RDN (Program Director) at scarbone@odu.edu or 757-446-7149 for more information.

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Scholarship Opportunities for Online Students

At ODUGlobal, we offer a variety of scholarships to support and empower you in achieving your academic and career goals, making quality education accessible wherever you are. 
 

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Careers in Nutrition

This program is designed for professionals and graduate students seeking to expand their expertise in nutrition, health, and wellness. It supports career advancement in clinical practice, community health, and applied research.

Roles that would benefit from a master’s degree in nutrition include:

Dietitians and Nutritionists
Growth
7.4%
Median Salary
$69,680
Health Informatics Specialists
Growth
10.7%
Median Salary
$103,800
Community Health Workers
Growth
13.1%
Median Salary
$48,200
Fitness and Wellness Coordinators
Growth
6.9%
Median Salary
$57,570

Ready to Apply?

Applicants must have:

  • A bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited institution in nutrition, dietetics, public health, exercise science, kinesiology, sport management, health professions, or a related field
  • A GPA of 3.0 or higher based on completed undergraduate coursework
  • A 3-credit graduate OR undergraduate biochemistry course AND a 3-credit undergraduate OR graduate physiology OR anatomy/physiology course

Additional requirements for International applications include a course-by-course evaluation of foreign transcripts (WES or ECE preferred), TOEFL scores (if applicable), and translated transcripts if not originally in English.

Explore all admission requirements in the Graduate Catalog.

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