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CSU Ft. Collins
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Department: College of Applied Human Sciences
Degrees Awarded:  Food Science and Human Nutrition (MS)
Admissions Deadlines: Fall/Feb; Spring/July
Admissions Cycle: Rolling
Program Start: Fall or Spring
Founded: December 2003



Benefits

The purpose of the program is to combine real life field studies with the internationally acclaimed academic study of Colorado State University. Participants in the program can choose from a variety of internationally themed courses taught by professors who possess a wealth of international experience. In addition, Colorado State University maintains an international student exchange program that students can tap into for further knowledge. Many students who have completed the program have gone on to rewarding international careers.

Description

Colorado State University (CSU) offers a Master of Science
(M.S.) program with an emphasis in Human Nutrition, Food Science, Exercise Science and Nutrition or the Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Nutritional Science or Food Science. A minimum of thirty-five semester credits are required for the masters, depending upon the program of study. The program consists of three semesters of academic study on campus prior to departure and one to two semesters after returning from the Peace Corps. Program participants must meet core academic requirements of their respective programs before Peace Corps service. Eight semester thesis or independent study credits may be earned for the Peace Corps assignment and credit will be granted for Peace Corps service upon submission of either a thesis or a professional paper. The program of study is individually designed to meet the student's professional/career objectives, taking into consideration the needs of the Peace Corps and the host country. Competitively based scholarships, research and teaching assistantships may be available through the academic department.

Requirements

A bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in a program related discipline; 3.0 GPA; GRE (judged relative to the student's desired specialization); three letters of recommendation; and a statement of professional/career objectives. Questions about the Peace Corps Master's International program or application packets can be requested from the Office of International Programs, Laurel Hall, Colorado State University, Ft. Collins CO 80523-1024 or intled@colostate.edu six months prior to the semester for which students are applying. Peace Corps and Colorado State University Graduate School applications are available on-line.




For inquiries about Master's International, call 800.424.8580 x1812.
Program Contacts
  If you have questions, please contact:

Ms. Karen Gardenier
Coordinator-Int'l. Education

 


Mail
  CSU Ft. Collins
International Programs
Laurel Hall Campus 1024
Fort Collins, CO 80523-1024

 


Telephone
  970.491.5917

 


Fax
  970.491.5501

 


Email
  karen.gardenier@
colostate.edu