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Nationwide Option

For those interested in completing the Dietetic Internship in their own geographic location, the Iowa State University Dietetics Internship is able to offer a completely nationwide education format to qualified applicants. This means that the student may complete the DI where they live - they do not need to move to Iowa to complete the program.

2-4 students will be accepted into the Nationwide Education Internship format for the January DI class and 2-4 students for the June class.

Interns are required to be in Ames, Iowa for the week of Orientation, and pre-selected dated throughout the program. Arrangements for transportation, meals, and lodging during g these days are the responsibility of the intern. Because this program uses a nationwide education format with online technology you are encouraged to visit the Illinois Online Network website to self evaluate your readiness for online learning. Another helpful link is "What Makes a Successful Online Students".

All materials must be received by the program according to the deadline schedule; please visit this CADE webpage; (Click "Computer Matching from column on left side of CADE webpage" ) BE SURE TO USE THE CORRECT D&D DIGITAL CODE NUMBER.

Materials required in the application packet:

(Material and forms used in the nationwide education track are adapted from programs at SUNY at Oneonta, University of Northern Colorado and Utah State University.)

Mission and Goals
Tuition and Fees

Mission Statement

The mission of the Iowa State University Dietetic Internship Program, Nationwide Option, is to prepare entry-level dietitians in diverse and multi-disciplinary, community-based settings for the emerging roles in current and future general dietetic practice across the United States.

Goals

1. The ISU Dietetics Internship program, Nationwide Option, will develop entry level dietetic professionals who possess skills necessary for success in general dietetics practice across the United States.

Outcomes Measures

  1. 85% of alumni will pass the RD attempt on the first attempt.
  2. 75% of the responding graduates will have passed the RD exam, obtained employment related to dietetics practices or enrolled in an accredited continuing education program within 12 months of program completion.
  3. 50% of the responding employers of the program graduates will agree that the graduate exhibits skills related to those of competent entry-level dietitians.
  4. 99% of interns complete the program within 6 months of start date.
  5. 50% of the responding program stakeholders will agree that program graduates exhibit skills related to those of competent entry-level dietitians.

2. The ISU Dietetics Internship program, Nationwide Option, will contribute to the pool of registered dietitians across the United States.

Outcome Measures

  1. 50% of graduates of the program will receive positions in the field of Dietetics across the nation with one year of completion of RD.

Tuition and Fees

There is no stipend with the program and the intern should plan for the following expenses:

  • Program Application Fee (Non-refundable) - $75.00
  • D&D Digital Application Fee (payable to D&D Digital) - $50.00
  • Program site visit (used for faculty travel to intern's location; includes airline ticket cost or mileage (variable), lodging (variable), PLUS associated travel expenses $70.00) - $700 - $1000
  • Iowa State University tuition and fees (approximate total for 24 undergraduate credits; subject to change without notice)
    • 1st Semester Tuition - $2543.00
      • Course Fee for FSHN 441 - $250.00
      • Delivery fees for each course ($50 per course) - $150
      • Computer Fee $106.00
    • Second Semester Tuition - $2543.00
      • Plus Course Fee for FSHN 442 - $250.00
      • Delivery fees for each course ($50 per course) - $150
      • Computer Fee $106

Tuition is charged at the in-state rate for both resident and non-resident interns. Course fees cover the costs related to program services including accreditation and certifications. The computer fee is charged to all Iowa State students and interns regardless of on or off campus designation. This fee is used to support the computer infrastructure within the university. An activity fee ($171.00) allows you to purchase tickets to certain Iowa State cultural and athletic events at student prices and utilize recreational and other services on campus. This fee is optional if you are taking internship courses only. The ISU application fee ($30) applies to those new-to-ISU interns who will apply for financial aid.

Other required expenses:

  • Student ADA Membership -$43.00
  • Access to the Nutrition Care Manual Online;  student member rate -$75.00
  • Costs for textbooks-variable
  • Travel costs to ISU campus-variable
  • Living expenses (car, car insurance, Housing, food, clothing, etc)-variable
  • Health insurance-variable

Iowa State University interns are considered full-time Iowa State University students and, as such, are eligible for any applicable financial aid and/or loan deferment.  For information, see the ISU Financial Aid webpage; contact Jennifer Schroeder (515-294-2223) for specific Dietetic Internship financial information.

All fees listed are effective through Summer semester 2007. Please check this website for the most current tuition information. Tuition fees are the same for in-state and out-of-state interns.

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