Admissions

Important Dates

• August 1st: Applications open
• April/May: Interviews
• May 15th: Admissions decisions are made
• August: Classes Begin

Information Sessions

We offer virtual open house sessions for prospective applicants interested in the program. Choose your preferred date below to register for an information session.

• Tuesday, November 11, 2025, 12PM - 1PM
• Thursday, January 22, 2026, 12PM -1 PM
• Tuesday, February 17, 2026, 6PM -7PM
• Monday, March 30, 2026, 12PM - 1PM

Admission Requirements

The Admissions Committee of the Department of Clinical Nutrition determines the admissibility of an applicant into the Program in accordance with the quality of his or her credentials. The Department works in cooperation with the Office of Enrollment Services of UT Southwestern Medical Center and with the approval of the Dean of UT Southwestern School of Health Professions.

• Baccalaureate Degree

  A bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited institution before matriculation.

• Recommended GPA

  Achievement of a recommended GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale.

• Required Prerequisite Courses

  Completion of one semester each of Biology, General Chemistry, and Organic Chemistry. Associated Laboratories are not mandatory.

  While one semester of Biochemistry is recommended, it is not required.

• Official Transcripts

  Submission of official transcripts from all attended institutions. Read additional requirements for international applicants.

• Submit Application by April 1

  Complete and submit online application by April 1 in the year you wish to enroll.

• Letters of Recommendation

  Provision of at least two letters of recommendation.

• Personal Statement

  Presentation of a personal statement outlining career goals and work experience.

• Personal Interview

  Participation in a personal interview.