Texas State Dietetic Internship

A Student-Centered MS/DI

We are a culturally inclusive, equity-focused program dedicated to preparing the next generation of nutrition and dietetics leaders through rigorous course work and unique supervised practice rotations.

Combined MS/DI Program

The internship is combined with the Master's of Science in Human Nutrition for a 22-month combined MS/DI. Program graduates are qualified to take the Registration Examination for Dietitians administered by the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR).

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What Alumni Have to Say

“I felt like I was part of a family with the nutrition faculty at Texas State and that was further reaffirmed by the continuous support and guidance I received during the internship.”

– Crystal Alvarez, TXST MS/DI Class of 2021

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Experience That Counts

Interns complete supervised practice rotations with clinical, community, and food service partners throughout Central Texas. Specialty rotations provide opportunities to explore pediatric nutrition, research, eating disorders, sports nutrition, and more.

How to Apply

The application deadline for prospective students applying through early decision or DICAS is January 15th. Students enrolled at Texas State who are interested in applying only to the Texas State Dietetic Internship will submit an early decision application. For those who are new to Texas State or wish to apply to multiple programs, the national DICAS application portal is used. Eligible students may apply using either application process. Click below to learn more about application requirements, the application process, and the steps to becoming a registered dietitian. 

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Entrance to the FCS building.

Who We Are

Students in the MS/DI at Texas State learn from recognized experts in the field of human nutrition. Our faculty have a variety of expertise spanning molecular to community-based research.

97% of alumni

have found jobs in the field within one year of graduation (within the past five years)

95% of alumni

have passed the registration exam within one year of their first attempt (within the past five years)

Connect With Us

We would love to meet you at one of our online information sessions held jointly with the Master's of Science in Human Nutrition program, our annual in-person open house, or one of the events we attend every year.

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What Alumni Have to Say

"During my Texas State Dietetic Internship, I obtained diverse experiences in multiple settings of dietetics including clinical nutrition, community nutrition, public health research, and so much more. My internship rotations connected me with professionals across various dietetic specialties, enriching my knowledge of the field and fostering a supportive network crucial for growth.”

 

– Colton Scott, TXST MS/DI Class of 2022

Accreditation Information

The Texas State Dietetic Internship is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Education in Nutrition and Dietetics (ACEND). For more information on program accreditation, contact ACEND the via the information below.

Email: ACEND@eatright.org
Phone: 800/877-1600, ext. 5400
Website:  https://www.eatrightpro.org/acend

Address:
120 South Riverside Plaza, Suite 2190
Chicago, IL 60606-6995

Contact Us

Mailing Address

Dietetic Internship
Texas State University
School of Family & Consumer Sciences
601 University Drive
San Marcos, TX 78666

DI Director

Lindsey Menge, MS, RD, LD
Email: lmenge@txstate.edu
Phone: 512-245-2155
Office: FCS 284

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Instagram: @txstnutrition
Twitter: @txstnutrition