Thank you for your interest in BWS DI’s MS/DI Pathway. Per the CDR 2024 Graduate Degree Requirement, after January 1, 2024, dietetic interns must complete all requirements of the dietetic internship and successfully complete a graduate program to receive a DI verification statement and to be eligible to take the registration examination for dietitians. We are proud to have two pathways that interns may pursue to meet these requirements:
- MS/DI Pathway: For applicants who choose to apply to one of our 7 MS program partners.
- DI-Only Pathway: For applicants who already have a master’s degree, are pursuing a master’s degree at the time of application, or are planning to apply to a program that is not a BWS DI MS program partner. You may learn more about our DI-Only Pathway here, and instructions for applying to the DI can be found here.
BWS DI MS Program Partners
We are proud to have 7 online master’s program partners that are dedicated to providing interns with knowledge and professional skills that will ensure success in the practice of dietetics. These partners have been chosen to provide interns with options that tailor to a variety of interests.
An overview of our MS partners and their requirements, timeline, and other important information can be found at the links below. We recommend that you look over this information carefully, as programs vary in their area of concentration, length, completion requirements, deadlines, etc.
| University/College Name | Degree Received | Credits | Tracks Offered | Length to Complete MS and DI |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Arizona State University | Master of Science in Nutritional Sciences: Dietetics | 30 | None |
21 months (Spring Match) 18 months (Fall Match) |
| Benedictine University | Master of Science in Nutrition and Dietetics | 33 |
Nutrition Entrepreneurship Health Education |
21 months (Spring Match) 17 months (Fall Match) |
| Cedar Crest College* | Master in Nutrition | 24 (with PLA) | Practicum or Thesis |
18 months (Spring Match) 17 months (Fall Match) |
| Modular Master of Science (Business) | 18 (with PLA) |
Health Management Diversity & Women Leadership Strategic Leadership & Analytics |
18 months (Spring Match) 17 months (Fall Match) |
|
| Master in Integrative and Exercise Science | 24 (with PLA) | Exercise Science |
18 months (Spring Match) 17 months (Fall Match) |
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| Penn State University | Master of Professional Studies in Nutritional Sciences | 30-39 | None |
28 months (Spring Match) 28 months (Fall Match) |
| Simmons University* | Master of Science in Nutrition and Health Promotion | 31-32 |
Research Entrepreneurial |
21 months (Spring Match) 24 months (Fall Match) |
| University of Alabama | Master of Science in Human Nutrition | 30 |
General Community Clinical |
18 months |
| West Chester University | Master of Science in Community Nutrition | 33 | None |
23 months (Spring Match) 26 months (Fall Match) |
Please note that the application instructions provided on each page are specific to the BWS DI MS/DI pathway and may differ from what you see on the individual program websites. You may send an email to bwsdi@bewellsolutions.com if you have questions about our MS partners or are interested in learning more.
*There is no separate master’s program application for Simmons University or Cedar Crest College. Rather, applicants may use the same DICAS materials that they submit to BWS DI to apply to these programs. Applicants to these programs will be required to submit a Release of Information Form along with their Program Plan. Please visit the program pages for more information.
Admission and Application Requirements
There are two steps to applying for BWS DI’s MS/DI Pathway:
- Apply to one or more of our MS program partners.
- Apply to BWS DI through DICAS. Instructions for how to apply to the DI can be found here.
Applications for the MS program partners are accepted for fall and spring admission following the schedule below:
| Application Period | Graduate School Application Deadline | Graduate School Decision Deadline |
|---|---|---|
| Fall Match | September 25 | October 25 |
| Spring Match | February 15 | March 22 |
None of the programs that BWS DI is partnered with require the GRE. For more information about each program’s admission and application instructions and requirements, please visit their program pages.
As mentioned above, in addition to applying to a master’s program, applicants are required to apply to BWS DI through DICAS. Click here for more information about our DI application process.
Program Acceptance
Upon acceptance into an MS program, BWS DI requires proof of admission with a letter of acceptance or other documentation provided by the MS program. Proof of admission may be emailed to bwsdi@bewellsolutions.com. If available before the DICAS application deadline, the proof of admission must be submitted with the Program Plan.
Rotation Schedule
Applicants applying to the MS/DI pathway must align their rotation schedule dates with the MS/DI curriculum timeline for the graduate program that they are applying for. Each curriculum timeline may be found on the program pages that are linked above, and other important dates for the MS/DI pathway may be found here.
Other MS Degree Options
Please note that BWS DI’s MS program partners are not the only options that applicants have for pursuing a master’s degree during the dietetic internship. Applicants may pursue a different master’s program that BWS DI is not partnered with.
The master’s degree program does not need to be in nutrition or dietetics for interns to become eligible to take the RD exam. For example, you may pursue an MPH, MBA, or another area of interest. As a reminder, applicants must provide BWS DI with proof of acceptance into the chosen MS program before Orientation.
Applicants who choose a master’s program that is outside of our MS program partners will apply to BWS DI through our DI-Only Pathway. More information about the DI-Only Pathway can be found here.
Questions?
Our program faculty are happy to answer any questions that you have and provide support throughout the application process. Please send any questions to bwsdi@bewellsolutions.com or schedule an appointment with a faculty advisor via Calendly.