PhD in Nutrition

Participate in research with TWU faculty in any of the on-campus laboratories. Currently, funded research includes:

• Evaluating the flavor associated compounds in strawberries in an attempt to identify attributes associated with U.S. taste preferences
• Studying watermelon to identify the specific agents contributing to flavor
• Examining mushroom for their flavor notes and role they may play in satiety and their potential role in weight control

Program Contact

Monique LeMieux, Ph.D.
940-898-2712
mlemieux@twu.edu

Application Deadlines

Fall — June 15
Spring — October 1
Summer — April 1

* Our department has rolling admission for all of our graduate programs; however, to ensure a proper start time, we recommend having your application completed by the dates listed above.

Admission Requirements

• Undergraduate semester credit hour prerequisites, including:
  • Chemistry, including Organic and Biochemistry (9-12 hours)
  • Human Anatomy and Physiology (3-4 hours)
  • Introduction to Nutrition (3 hours)
  • Upper-level Nutrition: Macronutrients and Micronutrients and Nutrition through the Lifecycle (6-9 hours)
• MS degree (or equivalent to US MS degree) and exhibit research experience that is equivalent to a thesis.
• Minimum 3.5 GPA (4.0 scale) for the last 60 semester credit hours and all post-baccalaureate and graduate coursework. 
• The GRE is not required.

Applicants who meet all other requirements but lack up to 9 semester credit hours of prerequisite undergraduate courses may be admitted provisionally to this program. They will complete all 9 semester credit hours during the first two semesters of graduate work.

How to Apply

1. Apply for admission to the TWU Graduate School. 
2. Collect and submit the following documents as separate PDF files in ONE email to NFSGradAdvising@twu.edu with the subject line (YOUR FULL NAME)-Doctoral Program. Please attach all items as PDFs.
   • Statement of purpose (one to two pages) that includes reasons for undertaking graduate work, explanation of study and research interests (including desired advisor), research/work experience, and professional goals.
   • CV or resume providing evidence of prior education, work experience, and research experience (PDF). Research experience should include any prior presentations or publications to which the applicant made significant contributions as well as any expertise in research techniques.
   • Two letters of reference. At least one must be academic in nature.