Exceptional On-Campus Learning Experience

Why Study Nutrition at The Friedman School?

You can learn more about expertise and research at the School on our specializations page. Our faculty and research align with specializations, and most of our work happens at the intersection of multiple areas.

• Agriculture, Food, Environment
• Climate, Sustainability, and Food
• Food Systems Modeling
• Food Policy, Programs, and Economics
• Humanitarian Assistance
• Biochemical and Molecular Nutrition
• Nutrition, Diet, and Disease across the lifecycle
• Nutritional Epidemiology and Public Health Nutrition
• Nutrition Entrepreneurship & Innovation
• Data Analytics & AI in Nutrition
• Community Interventions and Behavior Change
• Nutrition Communication
• Nutrition Equity
• Build Your Own

What Can You Do With an M.S. from the Friedman School?

Friedman School graduates apply their interdisciplinary training and experiential learning across private industry, academia, public and government agencies, and domestic and international nonprofit organizations. Career paths span nutrition and public health research, food and nutrition policy, data analytics, food systems and sustainability, humanitarian assistance, clinical and community nutrition, consulting, communications, and food business and innovation. Graduates work throughout the United States and globally, with more than 60% working in Massachusetts on average. Students and alumni can also use dedicated career coaching, networking and employer connections, internship and fellowship support, job-search resources, and guidance on interviews, offers, and salary negotiations. Learn more about career outcomes on our career services website.

Dedicated Careers Services Center

You’ll have exclusive access to the Ellie Block and Family Careers Services Center, where our support for your career goals has never been stronger. From 24/7 online resource access to job listings and one-on-one appointments with alumni in the field, the Friedman School has services for every student at the school and for every graduate in the field. Our alumni are highly engaged and ready to connect and our faculty are active beyond the classroom in their areas of expertise.

Where Can You Make an Impact?

Our program enables you to work across sectors at a higher level and join a network of dedicated change-makers around the world.

Learn more about careers and alumni from the Ellie Block and Family Career Services Center, a dedicated resource just for Friedman Students.

Yes, the program is based at the Friedman School of Nutrition Science and Policy on Tufts University’s Boston Health Sciences Campus. Students learn in a collaborative academic community with access to advising, student and wellness services, library resources, cross-registration opportunities at other universities and colleges, technical support, and dedicated career services. 

The program requires 48 credits, or approximately 16 courses. Students typically complete the degree in two years of full-time study or three years of part-time study. 

Applicants must hold a bachelor’s degree. At least one college-level course in general chemistry, biology, or physiology is required before beginning the program’s nutrition science coursework; the course should be completed with a grade of B- or higher. 

No. You can explore your interests after enrolling and then select two specializations or build customized specializations with academic guidance. 

On-campus students can select two from 13 areas: Agriculture, Food, and Environment; Biochemical and Molecular Nutrition; Climate, Sustainability, and Food; Community Interventions and Behavior Change; Data Analytics and AI in Nutrition; Food Policy, Programs, and Economics; Food Systems Modeling; Humanitarian Assistance; Nutrition Communication; Nutrition, Diet, and Disease Across the Lifecycle; Nutrition Entrepreneurship and Innovation; Nutrition Equity; and Nutritional Epidemiology and Public Health Nutrition. Students may also build their own specializations in collaboration with faculty advisors and the registrar.

Yes. Students complete a minimum of 120 hours of experiential learning. Depending on their goals, the experience may include an internship, practicum, research assistantship, or another approved project. This requirement brings real-world experience and training into the master's degree program to prepare students for careers across a wide variety of sectors and areas. Learn more about our unique experiential learning component because it makes a world of difference in preparation for launching careers.

Yes. The on-campus M.S. is STEM-eligible.

Scholarships and financial aid are available, and all prospective students who inquire are eligible for a financial aid discount. Students should contact admissions for current eligibility requirements and award details.

Career Outcomes

What is the employment status for Friedman School students after graduating? 94% of 2023-2024 Friedman Graduates reported being actively engaged in the workforce or in continuing education. Nearly 90% of Friedman graduates received their offer of employment within 6 months post-graduation.

They also contribute to various sectors, with a significant presence in private/industry, academic, and public/government in addition to NGOs (both domestic and international)

Friedman graduates are engaged across many industries, with a significant presence in public and community health, medical, technology/innovation, and agriculture and environment. Learn more on our careers website.

Career Support

Students and alumni have access to dedicated career services, including career coaching, networking and employer connections, internship and fellowship support, job-search resources, and guidance on interviews, offers, and salary negotiations. Learn more about our resources and activities that support your career success.