Dear Prospective Dietetic Intern:

The faculty of the Illinois State University (ISU) Dietetic Internship program is pleased to know you are interested in applying for one of the appointments in our MS/RD program. The program is designed to provide the opportunity to develop skills in the areas of clinical nutrition therapy, community nutrition, and food service management. The new Concentration area of Leadership and Project Management is in its initial year! As an intern you will develop your personal management style as you work with over six different preceptors while reflecting on your experiences with managing in the dietetics field. We are excited to provide you with a culminating experience of managing activities for National Nutrition Month in the local school district.

In addition, graduates of our program earn a Master of Science degree in Family and Consumer Sciences. The Dietetic Internship program at Illinois State University is a 21-month experience offered in conjunction with a Master of Science degree in Family and Consumer Sciences. The Dietetic Internship program is currently granted initial accreditation by the Commission on Accreditation for Dietetic Education of the American Dietetic Association.

This web site includes a program overview and information describing the curriculum, rotation sites, estimated costs, guaranteed graduate assistantship, application, and admission procedure. The ISU Dietetic Internship program participates in computerized matching; therefore, applications must be postmarked by February.

Illinois State University is located in the heart of the Midwest. Bloomington/Normal, Illinois is a delightful community that is easily accessible to both Chicago and St. Louis. If you have additional questions regarding the ISU Dietetic Internship Program, please call me at (309) 438-7031 or e-mail .