The Cornell/Division of Nutritional Sciences Post-baccalaureate Program in Health Studies
August 2009-May 2010
Apply
You must submit all of the following materials for your application to be considered:
- a short cover letter containing:
- Full name
- Address
- Phone number
- E-mail address
- College/University
- Major, degree earned, and degree date
- A statement describing why you want to participate in the program
- A one-page resumé
- Official college transcript(s);
- Two to three letters of reference from individuals who can comment on your academic ability and achievements, seriousness of purpose, and interest in a health career;
- A $50 nonrefundable application fee.
- Preferred: MCAT, GRE, or other relevant test scores for Graduate or Professional studies.
You are encouraged to apply as soon as possible. Enrollment is limited to twenty students for the August 2009—May 2010 academic year. Applications will be reviewed upon receipt, and admissions decisions will be made until the program is full. Only complete applications will be reviewed by the Admissions Committee. Please address any admissions questions to the e-mail and/or phone number shown below.
Applications should be submitted to:
Cornell University
DNS Certificate in Health Studies
School of Continuing Education and Summer Sessions
B20 Day Hall, Ithaca, NY 14853-2801
Phone: 607.255.7259
Fax: 607.255.9697
E-mail: cusp@cornell.edu
Program charge
Tuition payments for the Health Studies program will be managed through the university's Office of the Bursar. Total tuition is $37,750 payable by semester, $18,875 for the fall and $18,875 for the spring. Fall tuition expenses are billed in July, and spring tuition expenses are billed in December. All charges appearing on those billing statements are due before registration for that semester can be permitted.
If a student requests a leave of absence or withdrawal from the Health Studies program, tuition amounts paid for by the student may be refunded. The date of the request for leave or withdrawal will determine the tuition liability for the semester. Please refer to the Tuition Adjustment Schedule for Withdrawals and Leaves of Absence.
This program is not eligible for the Cornell Installment Plan for paying tuition.