Hawthorn University is a student-centered university of life-long learners, who are using online tools to further personal and professional goals in the field of holistic nutrition. You're home when you study at Hawthorn.

Mission Statement: Hawthorn University is dedicated to providing supportive, comprehensive, and professional education in the fields of holistic health, nutrition, and the health sciences through the utilization of distance education methods. Hawthorn offers online undergraduate, graduate, and postgraduate degrees, certificates and continuing education programs to a diverse community of adult learners working to enhance health and wellness around the world.

As a leader in online holistic nutrition education we offer affordable, online certificates and degrees designed to jump start or enhance your present career. Students at Hawthorn have opportunities for in-depth learning and to engage with the growing body of evidenced-based studies in human nutrition, holistic health and wellness.

Hawthorn is a not-for-profit university, incorporating cutting edge science in online courses that support forward thinking professionals with “pay-as-you-go” tuition and a curriculum rich in practical exercises and suggestions for working with and enhancing our communities health and well-being now. Student achievements are the measure of our success. Get the foundation and deep skill set needed to be successful in the field of holistic nutrition and start transforming lives.

We currently offer the following programs:

• Master of Science in Holistic Nutrition (MSHN)
• Master of Science in Health and Nutrition Education (MHNE)
• Master of Science in Traditional Nutrition (MSTN)
• Doctor of Science in Holistic Nutrition (DSC)
• Scientific Foundations of Holistic Nutrition Certificate (SFHN)
• Nutrition Consultant Certificate Program (NC)
• Holistic Health Certificate (HH)
• WISE Traditions Nutrition Certificate (WTNC)
• Continuing Education Programs (Short CE Credit Courses and Related Electives)