The College of Allied Health Science's Master of Science in Allied Health with a Concentration in Nutrition with a dietetic internship (MS-DI) Program is a 21-month program accredited by the Accreditation Council for Education in Nutrition and Dietetics (ACEND). The program has a medical nutrition therapy (clinical) concentration that maximizes the unique variety of medical and healthcare facilities in the Augusta area.
Our program does not discriminate based on age, sex, color, race, handicap, or national or ethnic origin in recruiting or selecting its students or providing equal access to all services, benefits, and facilities.
Acceptance Rate
Each year, 12 -16 graduate student interns will be admitted. The number of graduate student interns admitted will be based on availability of rotation sites/preceptors. Students are required to complete a Capstone Project. (This is a non-thesis MS program.) View the Master of Science in Allied Health with a Concentration in Nutrition degree plan. Graduate student interns will only be eligible to receive a verification statement upon the successful completion of the MS-DI program, including Capstone project and supervised practicum.
Applicant Ranking and Interview
Top applicants will be selected for telephone interviews. The interview will be approximately 15-20 minutes long. The interviews will take place in early March.
Applicants will be ranked using standard criteria based on the following:
Licensure Disclosure Statement
In most states, graduates also must obtain licensure or certification to practice. The Department of Nutrition and Dietetics has determined (April 17, 2024) that the required classes and educational activities of this academic program satisfies the requirements of all states and territories requiring state licensure or certification after passing the Registration Examination for Dietitians administered by the Commission of Dietetic Registration and obtaining the Registered Dietitian Nutritionist credential. Visit the Commission on Dietetic Registration to determine the requirements of your state or territory.
Nutrition and Dietetics
Health Sciences Campus
987 St. Sebastian Way
Augusta, GA 30912
Raymond Chong
The MS-DI Program has an outstanding record. For the past five years: