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Student Community
Exclusively for Student members of the Academy, this is the place to find Academy opportunities, resources and updates posted via Discussion Posts, Announcements, Events Calendar, and Library documents, some of which will be delivered directly into your email inbox. This community is your one-stop-shop for asking questions and holding discussions with fellow students from all over the world.
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Education and Internship Matching Information
Find information for students seeking a career in nutrition and dietetics, as well as students who are currently enrolled in nutrition and dietetics program through the Accreditation Council for Education in Nutrition and Dietetics.
Mentorship
Academy student members are supported by a wide range of career guidance programs, including the Academy's eMentoring program. Students can search for one using a variety of parameters such as years of experience, practice area, languages spoken and even types of mentoring. To access the mentor/mentee profile, you will have to register first; your Academy User Name and password will not automatically provide you with access to the site.
Research Project Resources
Designing a research project is a careful process that involves many steps. The Academy and the Nutrition Research Network offer many resources to help members through each stage of the process, from development of the research question through reporting and disseminating results. Students are also able to get access to a member list to conduct research.
Volunteer Opportunities
Opportunities are available to get involved at all levels of the organization — leadership positions, advocating for the profession or getting involved with your affiliate.
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Scholarships and Financial Aid
The Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics, through its dietetic practice groups and member interest groups, state affiliates and the Academy Foundation, offer a variety of scholarships and educational stipends to individuals pursuing undergraduate and advanced degrees in dietetics or food and nutrition related areas.
The Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics Foundation proudly serves as the largest provider of dietetic scholarships to students at all levels of study. Foundation scholarships, including scholarship funds established by many affiliate (state) dietetic associations and dietetic practice groups (DPGs) and member interest groups (MIGs) are available through the Foundation. Some, but not all, Foundation scholarships require Academy membership to apply.
The Academy Foundation manages more than 100 scholarship funds with varying criteria, such as dietetic area of career interest, geographic location, membership in specific DPGs or MIGs, and more. Students only need to fill out a single application with the Foundation to be screened for eligibility for all scholarships.
The number of scholarships available and their respective dollar amounts vary from year to year based on fundraising efforts and investment activity. Scholarships range in value from $500 to $25,000. The majority of the scholarships awarded are for $1,000. Learn more on the Academy Foundation's website.
Scholarships from the dietetic practice groups and the affiliate and district dietetic associations generally require membership in that group or residence in its area. Individuals interested in scholarships offered by DPGs and affiliate or district dietetic associations should contact these groups directly for more information.
The Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics Foundation has released the third edition of the Academy Foundation Directory of Resources for International Food, Nutrition, and Dietetics Professionals. This publication was made possible through the Wimpfheimer-Guggenheim Fund for International Exchange in Nutrition, Dietetics and Management. The 90-page directory is a reference for U.S. and international students and professionals who are seeking funding for professional study, work experience or research in their home country or abroad. The publication lists more than 100 groups offering financial assistance and features education organizations, loan programs, literature and Internet resources.
Financial assistance is essential for many students enrolled in dietetics education programs. Information about student aid should be sought from the financial aid office or administrator at individual institutions. Additional sources include the state higher education agency and local civic, professional and community organizations or foundations. Detailed information about federal grants and loans administered by the United States Department of Education is available on its federal student aid website.
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