Frequently Asked Questions

Can I apply only for the MS in Nutrition? Can I apply for only the Dietetic Internship?

Unfortunately, no. ISU offers a combined MS in Nutrition/Dietetic Internship. The MS in Nutrition degree is NOT offered as an independent degree option. The dietetic internship is NOT offered as an independent degree option.

If I have a related degree, such as a BS in Exercise Physiology, can I apply for the ISU combined MS/DI program? 

The answer is yes, but...  To apply, you must have completed the required coursework that is dictated by the accrediting organization. For most students who have earned a BS outside of the field of Nutrition and Dietetics, additional coursework is required before they are eligible to apply for the MS/DI program. After completing these courses, you will receive a Verification Statement that the accrediting organization requires for application to the MS/DI program. If you do not currently have a Verification Statement, contact the ISU BS/DPD Director to learn what additional courses you need to be eligible to apply.

Does the MS in Nutrition prepare me to apply for a doctoral degree?

The MS in Nutrition is a clinical master's degree. For an advanced degree, there may be additional coursework you need to complete. For example, one or two statistics courses may be required depending on the doctoral degree path you select.