Estimated Program Expenses
Estimated Expenses are correct at time of handbook publication (spring each year). All expenses subject to change. A more comprehensive expense list is found in the intern handbook.
Tuition
Tuition rates are available through the BYU Tuition page. Depending on student registration and plan of study, enrollment may be full-time or part-time.
Insurance
- Health Insurance. Interns must have either private or BYU health insurance, thus costs vary. More information about Health Insurance is found on the BYU Health Insurance requirements page.
- Professional liability. Students enrolled in the BYU internship courses will be covered by the BYU students insurance policy (no addition fee to student).
- Automobile insurance cost varies. Interns assume liability for travel.
Books, Supplies, and other
- Drug Screen: $85-100
- Criminal Background Check: $60-100
- Basic Life Support Certification: $85-100
- Immunizations: $0-100
- Books: $400
- Technology (computer): $2500
- ServSafe Exam: $35-80
- Professional clothing: $0-500
Room, Board, Personal, Travel
- Room and Board $15,988
- Personal Expense $2,864
- Transportation $3,584 Interns are responsible for transport to and from supervised practice sites in Utah, Salt Lake, Davis, and Weber counties. Discounted public transit passes are available through BYU.
- Conference fees and travel UAND $125 (required attendance)
- Conference fees and travel FNCE $1,500-2,000 (optional attendance); scholarships may be available
An estimate of living expenses can be found on the BYU Cost of Attendance page.
Membership and RDN Exam
- Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics Membership: $58 students
- RDN Examination Fee: $450 (after completion of internship and degree)
Employment
Due to the time commitment involved with the Dietetic Internship, outside employment may be difficult. Interns may be employed as long as the hours do not conflict with supervised practice rotations and classes. Some teaching and research assistant positions may be available.
Financial Aid
Scholarships and Stipends
- Interns may apply for an Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics Scholarship.
- College and Department Scholarships and Grants are available for dietetic interns. More information is available from the College of Life Science under students > funding opportunities.
- Department graduate stipends may be available. Information will be provided by the department Graduate Coordinate or Program Director each semester.
Loans
- Students may qualify for loans and grants. Information on loans and/or loan deferment is available through the BYU Financial Aid Office.