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Dietetic Internship - Program Costs

The program fee for the Dietetic Internship program is $9,700. The fee is the same for Ohio and out-of-state interns. An Ohio State application fee of $45 is nonrefundable. Upon acceptance to the program, a $100 nonrefundable down payment is due. At least $2,400 is due by the first day of internship orientation. The remaining balance must be paid before the intern completes the program and receives the Dietetic Internship Verification Statement. 

Estimated Expenses

  • Internship program fee: $9,700
  • Professional liability insurance: $37
  • Academy and local affiliate student memberships: $55/$10
  • Books and other supplies: $100
  • Conference travel/hotel: Varies (optional)
  • Housing/Living expenses: Varies
  • Health Insurance: Varies
  • Proof of vaccinations: Varies
  • Tuberculosis test: Varies
  • Physical exam: Varies
  • Transcripts: Varies
  • Parking: $30 per month

The program will cover costs for some conference registrations such as the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics Food and Nutrition Conference and Expo (travel and accommodations not included), background checks and drug screenings in accordance with university and college fiscal allowances.

Financial Resources

Dietetic Interns are not eligible for federal loans as the internship is non-credit bearing.
Scholarships Applicants and Interns are encouraged to apply for scholarships through The Academy in addition to their state and local dietetic associations.

Accessing Private Loans
Interns are responsible for securing private loans or other financial means to cover their program costs and living expenses. Private loans have been used in the past.

Loan Deferment
If considering loan deferment, contact the DI director. Forbearance is often the best choice but depends on each individual loan agreement.