New York University Fully Funded PhD in Nutrition and Dietetics
PhD @New York University posted 2 weeks agoJob Description
New York University (NYU) offers a fully funded Ph.D. program in Nutrition and Dietetics through the Steinhardt School of Culture, Education, and Human Development. This program provides comprehensive financial support to admitted doctoral students, enabling them to focus on their academic and research endeavors.NYU Steinhardt
Program Overview
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Degree: Ph.D. in Nutrition and Dietetics
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Institution: New York University
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School: Steinhardt School of Culture, Education, and Human Development
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Program Focus: Nutrition and Dietetics
The Ph.D. program in Nutrition and Dietetics at NYU offers advanced interdisciplinary training in nutrition science, dietetics, and research methodologies. Students engage in coursework and research leading to a dissertation, working closely with faculty members to develop a research program informed by interdisciplinary perspectives. The program emphasizes theoretical knowledge and critical, analytical, argumentative, and writing skills necessary to design, conduct, elaborate, and disseminate research in the field of nutrition and dietetics. The 54-credit curriculum includes courses in research methodology, advanced nutrition science, and a doctoral seminar, culminating in a dissertation.
Funding Package
All admitted full-time Ph.D. students receive comprehensive financial support, which includes:
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Tuition and Fees: Full coverage for required coursework.
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Stipend: Annual stipend of $34,883 (as of 2025–2026).
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Health Insurance: Comprehensive coverage funded by NYU.
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Teaching Opportunities: Teaching assistantships and faculty mentoring are integral components of the program, providing professional development and additional financial support.
Students may also be appointed to Research Assistantships, funded by external grants, which include a stipend, tuition remission, and health insurance. Research Assistants work 20 hours per week on ongoing research projects and typically do not have additional teaching responsibilities.
Admission Requirements
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Academic Background:
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Completion of undergraduate and master’s degrees.
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At least one prior degree in nutrition and dietetics.
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Overall GPA > 3.5 in at least one prior academic degree program.
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Application Materials:
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Online application through NYU’s admissions portal.
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Official transcripts from all post-secondary institutions attended.
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Three letters of recommendation.
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Statement of purpose detailing research interests and career goals.
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Resume or curriculum vitae (CV).
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Writing sample demonstrating scholarly work.
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Test Scores:
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GRE scores are not required.
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TOEFL or IELTS scores for non-native English speakers.
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