MS/DI
The MS-Diet To Lifestyle Dietetic Internship Program with Georgia State University is a 2.3 year (full-time) or a 4 year (part-time) and non-degree (holds a master's degree and DPD verification statement) is an 11-month (full-time) or 18-month (part-time) candidacy accredited program accredited by the Accreditation Council for Education in Nutrition and Dietetics (ACEND). We provide interns with a minimum of 1200 individualized supervised practice hours for full-time and part-time students in the areas of private practice, clinical, community, and food service management. Georgia State University will provide a minimum 36 credit hours upon successful completion of the online M.S. in Health Science with a concentration in nutrition. The program has an entrepreneurship and medical nutrition therapy concentration that maximizes the unique variety of health care facilities in the Atlanta and surrounding areas.
* All supervised practice hours are completed in person in various facilities throughout metro Atlanta and surrounding areas.
Goals and Objectives
Goal #1- Graduates will be prepared to successfully complete the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR) credentialing exam to become entry-level registered dietitian nutritionists (RDNs).
Objective 1.1- At least 80% of program graduates complete program/degree requirements within 3.5 years (150% of the program length).
Objective 1.2- Of graduates who seek employment, 80 percent are employed in nutrition and dietetics or related fields within 12 months of graduation”.
Objective 1.3- 80 percent of program graduates take the CDR credentialing exam for dietitian nutritionists within 12 months of program completion”.
Objective 1.4- The program’s one-year pass rate (graduates who pass the registration exam within one year of first attempt) on the CDR credentialing exam for dietitian nutritionists is at least 80%”.
Objective 1.5- At least 75% of graduates that complete the graduate survey will indicate that the program adequately prepared them for their first entry-level dietetics position rating at least a 3 (on a 4-point scale).
Objective 1.6- At least 75% of employers that complete the graduate survey will indicate graduates are prepared for entry-level practice rating at least a 3 (on a 4-point scale).
Goal #2- Graduates will be prepared to be highly competent leaders in the field of nutrition and dietetics. (Medical Nutrition Therapy, Entrepreneurship, and Community).
Objective 2.1- 50% of graduates will hold leadership roles in the field of nutrition and dietetics within 6 years of credentialing.
Objective 2.2- At least 10% of graduates will become entrepreneurs in the field of dietetics within 5 years.
Outcome Data available upon request
Admission Requirements for MS/DI
Pre-select Admissions (75% of slots will be allocated to GSU applicants for MS/DI)
1. Complete Georgia State University (GSU) Online Application (due February 15th for Spring session and September 25th for Fall session) https://lewis.gsu.edu/program/health-sciences-nutrition-ms/ and $50.00 application fee.
The online application includes:
• Application for graduate study at Georgia State
• Statement of Professional Goals (two typed pages maximum)
• Two letters of Recommendation (one from a professor and one from an employer/supervisor) using the GSU Nutrition Recommendation Form
• Resume or CV outlining work, volunteer, and professional organization experience
• Residency form SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION (collect and submit items 2-4 in a single packet to the address provided at the bottom of the page)
2. Official transcripts from each college and/or university attended, except from Georgia State University. Transcripts are required regardless of length of stay or whether the grades are listed on another school’s transcript.
• If you are enrolled in another graduate program at Georgia State University, you may complete a Request for Transfer of Records in your current colleges graduate admissions office. If you have attended Georgia State University in an undergraduate status, all transcripts, except Georgia State’s, must be sent; these transcripts are not available for our use. NOTE: Grade Point Average >3.0. is required for all coursework completed prior to the application.
•Didactic Program in Dietetics (DPD) verification statement or transcripts demonstrating completion of all prerequisites
• Minimum overall GPA from B.S. and all prerequisites of 3.0 completed prior to the application.
3. Once admitted, degree applicants will need to
1. Submit an $80 application processing fee for all prospective interns is required and should be mailed to
Attn: Nutrition Services
Diet To Lifestyle Dietetic Internship
145 Governors Square Suite A
Peachtree City, GA 30269
*Payments accepted: Check, Money Order, or Travelers Check only.
*Make sure to include your name, email, and phone number in envelope.
2. Selected applicants will be contacted for an interview in October for Fall and March for Spring.
3. Applicants interested in applying for a part-time internship at Diet To Lifestyle Dietetic Internship must complete the application process as if applying for full-time internship (refer to the process outlined above). In addition, applicant must send a separate letter to the program director to explain how he/she can devote at least 16 -20 hours per week between Monday and Friday for the internship. A letter from the immediate work supervisor must be sent to the Internship acknowledging support of the applicant’s planned time away from work to devote to the internship.
Admission Requirements for non-degree option
1. Prior Learning Assessment non-degree applicants who already hold a master’s degree and DPD verification statement must apply through the online Dietetic Internship Centralized Application System (DICAS).
https://dicas.liaisoncas.com/applicant-ux/#/deeplink/programSearch/organization/1104490299375577345
Students applying for an internship at DTLDI may apply online August for Fall or December for Spring. The application must be completed by 11:59 p.m. CST on September 25th for Fall or Spring by 11:59 p.m. CST on Feb. 15th. There is a $50 fee to use DICAS for the first DI program application and $25 for each additional DI program application.
•Didactic Program in Dietetics (DPD) verification statement or declaration of intent.
• Preferred minimum overall GPA from B.S. and all prerequisites of 3.0 completed prior to the application.
Applicants who apply to internships using DICAS will be asked to complete a personal statement in 1,000 words or less that answer the following questions:
1. Why do you want to enter the dietetics profession?
2. What are some experiences that have helped to prepare you for your career?
3. What are your short-term and long-term goals?
4. What are your strengths and weaknesses or areas needing improvement?
Official transcripts from all colleges and universities attended should be sent to: DICAS Online P.O. Box 9118 Watertown, MA 02471
2. Submit an $80 application processing fee for all prospective interns is required and should be mailed to
Attn: Nutrition Services
Diet To Lifestyle Dietetic Internship
145 Governors Square Suite A
Peachtree City, GA 30269
*Payments accepted: Check, Money Order, or Travelers Check only.
*Make sure to include your name, email, and phone number in envelope.
3. Selected applicants will be contacted for an interview in October for Fall session and in March for Spring session.
4. Applicants interested in applying for a part-time internship at Diet To Lifestyle Dietetic Internship must complete the application process as if applying for full-time internship (refer to the process outlined above). In addition, applicant must send a separate letter to the program director to explain how he/she can devote at least 16-20 hours per week Monday through Friday for the internship. A letter from the immediate work supervisor must be sent to the Internship acknowledging support of the applicant’s planned time away from work to devote to the internship.
Expenses, Tuition and financial aid
Application
On boarding Cost
DTL DI Tuition
*DICAS Fees: $50 for 1st application, $25 each additional application
https://dicas.liaisoncas.com/applicant-ux/#/deeplink/programSearch/organization/1104490299375577345
*Non-refundable DTLDI application fee: $80
*Non-refundable GSU application fee: $50
DTL DI Tuition
On boarding Cost
DTL DI Tuition
$10,000 for in-state and out-of-state
Payment Options Available
On boarding Cost
On boarding Cost
On boarding Cost
*Immunizations: $0-$400
*CPR/AED Course: $55
*AND Membership: $58
*Background & Drug Screen: DI pays (Only if completed in GA)
*Liability Insurance: $26 (DI reimburses)
*Emphasis Clinical placement: $50
Other Costs
On boarding Cost
*Transportation cost: $200-$500/month
*Books, supplies, misc: $0-$800/year
*Living expenses(apartment and food): $1500-$2500/month
Financial Aid/Scholarships
Financial Aid/Scholarships
- Interns are encouraged to apply for a variety of scholarships available at federal, state, and local levels.
- Out of state tuition waiver per semester
- Graduate Teaching Assistantships Available
- Meritize Student loan
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Business Preparation
We have private practice dietitians who are eager to show you the daily operations of running a nutrition business! We will also help you take steps to start your own business.
Billing and Coding
Private practice dietitians who bill insurance are rare, but we have dietitians willing to teach you how to bill and code for nutrition services!
Full-time and Part-time Options
Variety of Supervised Practice Sites
We will help accommodate your busy life schedule by offering full-time and part-time options.
Variety of Supervised Practice Sites
Variety of Supervised Practice Sites
Variety of Supervised Practice Sites
We will provide you with a variety of supervised practice sites such as private practice, cancer center, diabetes, childhood obesity, dialysis, lactation, nutrition support, eating disorder, and much more!
Online Master's
Variety of Supervised Practice Sites
Hands on Advisory Team
Georgia State University will provide you with the ability to complete your master's degree online in the comfort of your own home!
Hands on Advisory Team
Variety of Supervised Practice Sites
Hands on Advisory Team
The advisory team from GSU and DTL DI will work hard to make sure you successfully complete the supervised practice hours and coursework!