Direct admission status is determined by the Program Director when admission records of high school graduates are reviewed. Designation is given based on high school GPA and grades in courses such as science and math. These students are guaranteed admission into the Integrated Master of Science in Nutrion and Dietetics program, on condition of satisfactory progress in their undergraduate coursework. 

For information regarding the Human Biology Pre-Dietetics concentration, the Psychology Pre-Dietetics concentration as well as more about direct admission to the Integrated Master of Science in Nutrition and Dietetics, click here.

For the policy regarding early and regular admission for Mount Mary University undergraduate students majoring in Human Biology Pre-Dietetics or Psychology Pre-Dietetics, please click here.

To apply:

1. Complete and submit the online Graduate Student Application.
2. Write and submit a personal statement. The statement should specify your objectives, experience and/or skills contributing to your decision to pursue graduate study in nutrition and dietetics. Please include your name on the statement.
3. Submit three letters of recommendation. The recommendations should be from professionals and/or professors able to comment on abilities and commitment. Use our Letter of Recommendation for Graduate Study Form (PDF).
4. Submit a resume.

Submit all application materials via postal mail or email to:

• Mount Mary University, Graduate Admission Office, 2900 North Menomonee River Parkway, Milwaukee, WI 53222-4597
• mmu-admissop@mtmary.edu

For the policy regarding early and regular admission for students with a dietetic or nutrition science degree and/or a verification statement, please click here.

To apply:

1. Complete and submit the online Graduate Student Application.
2. Submit the nonrefundable application fee. You can submit the payment online by credit card or e-check through Transact Payments on the MyMountMary portal.
3. Submit your official transcripts from all colleges or universities attended. You will need to contact each institution (typically the registrar’s office) to have your transcript sent directly to Mount Mary University. If you are in the process of completing a bachelor’s degree, send your current transcript at the time of application and then send your final transcript once your degree is conferred. If you previously attended Mount Mary, you do not need to request Mount Mary transcripts, but you should provide transcripts from other schools, if applicable. Official transcripts can be submitted via mail or electronically to:
   • Graduate Admission Office, Mount Mary University, 2900 North Menomonee River Parkway, Milwaukee, WI 53222-4597
   • mmu-admissop@mtmary.edu
4. Submit an official copy of Earned Verification Statement. If graduating from an ACEND accredited program, submit an official copy of Earned Verification Statement. This ensures all prerequisites have been met.
5. Write and submit a personal statement. The statement should specify your objectives, experience and/or skills contributing to your decision to pursue graduate study in nutrition and dietetics. Please include your name on the statement.
6. Submit three letters of recommendation. The recommendations should be from professionals and/or professors able to comment on abilities and commitment. Use our Letter of Recommendation for Graduate Study Form (PDF).
7. Submit a resume.

Submit all application materials via postal mail or email to:

• Mount Mary University, Graduate Admission Office, 2900 North Menomonee River Parkway, Milwaukee, WI 53222-4597
• mmu-admissop@mtmary.edu

For the policy regarding early and regular admission for students with a non-dietetic or nutrition science degree, please click here.

To apply:

1. Complete and submit the online Graduate Student Application.
2. Submit the nonrefundable application fee. You can submit the payment online by credit card or e-check through Transact Payments on the MyMountMary portal.
3. Submit your official transcripts from all colleges or universities attended. You will need to contact each institution (typically the registrar’s office) to have your transcript sent directly to Mount Mary University. If you are in the process of completing a bachelor’s degree, send your current transcript at the time of application and then send your final transcript once your degree is conferred. If you previously attended Mount Mary, you do not need to request Mount Mary transcripts, but you should provide transcripts from other schools, if applicable. Official transcripts can be submitted via mail or electronically to:
   • Graduate Admission Office, Mount Mary University, 2900 North Menomonee River Parkway, Milwaukee, WI 53222-4597
   • mmu-admissop@mtmary.edu
4. Write and submit a personal statement. The statement should specify your objectives, experience and/or skills contributing to your decision to pursue graduate study in nutrition and dietetics. Please include your name on the statement.
5. Submit three letters of recommendation. The recommendations should be from professionals and/or professors able to comment on abilities and commitment. Use our Letter of Recommendation for Graduate Study Form (PDF).
6. Submit a resume.

Submit all application materials via postal mail or email to:

• Mount Mary University, Graduate Admission Office, 2900 North Menomonee River Parkway, Milwaukee, WI 53222-4597
• mmu-admissop@mtmary.edu

Prerequisite Courses

Students who are in process or have earned a bachelor’s degree in a non-dietetics program must show evidence of completion of prerequisite courses. The following pre-requisite courses must be completed or in progress when the student seeks admission:

General Chemistry with Lab (4 credits)

Physiology (4 credits) OR Anatomy & Physiology 1 & 2 with Lab (8 credits)

Organic & Biochemistry (4 credits)

College Algebra and Statistics (6 credits)

Microbiology (4 credits)

Introduction to Nutrition (4 credits)

Life Cycle Nutrition/Applied Nutrition (3 credits)

Quantity Food Service (4 credits)

Community Nutrition (3 credits)

Intro to Psychology or Sociology (3 credits)

Food Science (4 credits)

Medical Terminology (1 credit)

Cellular Biology (4 credits)