Lubbock,
TX,
United States
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
PhD in Nutritional Sciences in Lubbock United States | Texas Tech University
Texas Tech University
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Lubbock United States
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Qualification
Doctor of Philosophy
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD
16,180
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
48 months
The Doctor of Philosophy in Nutritional Sciences equips students for academic roles, post-doctoral opportunities, and diverse industry careers. This doctoral program offers three specialization paths: 1) Community Nutrition, 2) Nutritional Biochemistry and Physiology, and 3) Clinical Nutrition. Candidates must complete at least 72 credit hours (incorporating 12 dissertation credits and a minimum of 12 credits in their chosen track) following a Bachelor of Science degree. Up to 30 credits may be transferred from a master's program. Financial support options include scholarships, fellowships, and research or teaching assistantships, though availability is limited. Faculty research focuses on nutrition's impact on various health conditions including obesity, eating disorders, diabetes, Alzheimer's, cancer, inflammation, gut microbiome, food insecurity, malnutrition, metabolic disorders, cardiovascular disease, and dietetics.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.0
Qualification Requirements
GPA: minimum of 3.0
GRE
TOEFL: minimum of 80
(international students only)
Resume/CV
Personal Statement of Professional Goals
Letters of Recommendation (3)
A bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited US college/university or a recognized equivalent degree from a non-US university recognized by the appropriate government entity in that country to award undergraduate degrees.
The applicant will be required to submit official transcripts, diplomas/degree certificates, and test scores by the twelfth class day of the term to which the applicant is admitted.
GRE
TOEFL: minimum of 80
(international students only)
Resume/CV
Personal Statement of Professional Goals
Letters of Recommendation (3)
A bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited US college/university or a recognized equivalent degree from a non-US university recognized by the appropriate government entity in that country to award undergraduate degrees.
The applicant will be required to submit official transcripts, diplomas/degree certificates, and test scores by the twelfth class day of the term to which the applicant is admitted.
Tuition
USD
16,180