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.
Texas State Dietetic Internship
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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Experience That Counts
How to Apply
For students interested in applying only to Texas State, the early decision application deadline is January 15th. For those that wish to apply to multiple programs, the national DICAS application deadline is February 15th. Prospective students may apply using both application processes. Click below to learn more about application requirements, the application process, and the steps to becoming a registered dietitian.
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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.
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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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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
Follow us on social media
Instagram: @txstnutrition
Twitter: @txstnutrition