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Cost

The following cost information is for estimation purposes. Fees or other expenses may change for the upcoming academic year.

Expenses

Though total expenses will vary by student, common expenses for prospective Distance Dietetic Internship/Certificate Program students include:

Costs Associated with Applying to the Distance Dietetic Internship/Certificate Program

Item

Explanation

Cost

DICAS Application

Application Fee

$50/25

D&D Digital

Computer Matching

$65

Program Application Fee

ISU Submission Fee

$35

Application to Graduate School

Only for interns matched to the program in April; or preselected

$38-68

Total Cost of Applying

 

~$180-240

Costs Associated with the Distance Dietetic Internship/Certificate Program

Item

 

Explanation

Cost

Tuition and Fees

Track 2

All students regardless of geographical location will receive in-state tuition.

Total tuition and fees per certificate program = $6,428.16

($422.57/credit = $2,535.42 per semester + Fees of $113.11/credit = $678.66 per semester)

Books/Supplies

Track 2

Price for textbooks and supplies will vary depending on student preference and availability of new/used/rental books or supplies

$0-200

Tech

Track 2

Students need a computer with internet access. There is no special software needed, but reliable internet is necessary to participate in online coursework

Varies

Rotation Expenses

Track 2

Health Insurance (students must have their own personal health insurance or ISU Student health insurance)

Drug Testing

Background checks

Annual Physical

TB Test

Hepatitis B Vaccine/Documentation

Lab Coat

Additional rotation expenses will vary depending on the state and site requirements

$281/semester (ISU)

Varies (personal insur.)

$30

$20

$11

$22

$11-varies

Varies

Living Expenses

Track 2

On-Campus Student Apartments

Off- Campus (double occupancy)

Housing expenses will vary depending on part of the country residing

 

~$6480/year

Varies

Transportation Costs

Track 2

Transportation and auto insurance vary; a reliable car is necessary.

Varies

Additional Expenses

Track 2

RDN Review Course

State Advocacy Day (optional)

Pediatrics Conference (optional)

$225

$30

$50

Costs Associated with the optional Master of Science in Nutrition

Item Explanation Cost
Tuition and Fees

All students regardless of geographical location will receive instate tuition.

*Cost calculated for online courses following the plan of study

Total tuition and fees per certificate with graduate degree = $16,070.40

Cost of the distance dietetic internship/graduate certificate= $6,428.16

Additional 18 credits to complete MS degree= $9,642.24.

($422.57/credit= $7,606.26 + Fees of $113.11/credit = $2035.98)

Books/Supplies

Price for textbooks and supplies will vary depending on student preference and availability of new/used/rental books or supplies

$0-$200

*Costs are regularly reviewed and updated but subject to change.

Financial Assistance - Track 2 Distance Dietetic Internship/Certificate Program

Learn more about Illinois State University's graduate student scholarships.

The Financial Aid Office is available to assist students with loans and deferments. Student loans may be deferred during the internship experiences and graduate studies. Here are some additional resources from the Financial Aid Office.