Tuition and Financial Aid
The Institute of Human Nutrition (IHN) is committed to helping prospective students understand the cost of graduate education and explore available funding opportunities for the MS in Human Nutrition program.
Tuition and Cost of Attendance
2026-2027 Academic Year
| Program Tuition | Estimated Total Cost |
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$58,534 One-year MS program |
$103,013 Tuition, fees & living costs |
2026-2027 figures. Updated 2027-2028 rates will be published when available.
Financial Aid
Financial aid resources are available through Columbia University's Office of Student Financial Aid and Planning. Funding options may include federal student loans for eligible students, limited institutional scholarships, and external scholarship opportunities.
Please note that institutional scholarship funding for the MS in Human Nutrition program is limited, and awards are not guaranteed. Students are encouraged to explore all available financing options when planning for graduate study.
Eligibility for financial aid is contingent upon maintaining satisfactory academic progress in accordance with University policies.
Learn about financial aid eligibility, applications, and University policies.
IHN Scholarships
The IHN offers limited need-based and merit-based scholarships for the MS in Human Nutrition program. The priority consideration deadline for both scholarships is March 15.
Awards are not guaranteed, and students are encouraged to explore additional financial aid resources.
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IHN Director's Scholarship |
IHN Merit-Based Scholarship |
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Priority Consideration Deadline: March 15 Need-based support for eligible domestic students. No separate application. March 15th Checklist:
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Priority Consideration Deadline: March 15 New for Fall 2027. Opt in through the application portal. No separate application. Additional information regarding scholarship eligibility and award availability for our new merit-based scholarship will be forthcoming. |