Academic/Program Calendar
The University of Illinois DPD program follows the general university academic schedule. This also includes all campus registration-related dates.
Dietetic Internship Computer Matching Process
The next step to becoming an RDN after completion of a DPD program is supervised practice in the form of a dietetic internship (DI). A computer matching process called the dietetic internship computer application process (DICAS) is used to matching interested applicants with DI programs that are also interested in them. Computer matching occurs twice a year in April and November. To learn more about this process, see the links below.
University of Illinois DPD Student Resources
- Policies & Procedures that Protect the Rights of Students (pdf)
- Mentor Information
- Dietetics-Related Internship or Work Experience Policy (pdf)
- Bevier Café
- Student Complaints to ACEND (pdf)
- Grievance Policy and Procedure (pdf)
- Probation & Academic Counseling Policy for DPD Students (pdf)
Optimizing Dietetic Internship Competitiveness
Strong Grades
- GPA of 3.2+
- A's and B's in all FSHN courses
- A's and B's in all science courses, preferred
Variety of Related Experience
- Food service management
- Clinical
- Community
- Research
Leadership
- Student Dietetic Association membership
- Greek system participation
- Resident Advisor
- Leadership Institute
- Get Involved
Well-rounded Portfolio
- Lab reports
- Papers
- Photos
- Projects
Beyond Undergraduate
- Dietetic Internship Availability (ACEND)
- How to Improve Your Chances of Getting an Internship (ACEND)
- Data from the Accreditation Council for Education in Nutrition and Dietetics
- Resume Tips
- DI/Grad School Strategy Session Materials