Master of Clinical Nutrition Dietetic Internship Program

A combined, 21-month, non-thesis masters and ACEND®-accredited supervised practice program for those on track to become a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN).

Program Overview

Our MCN program at Texas A&M combines a Master’s of Clinical Nutrition (MCN) with a comprehensive Dietetic Internship for a total of 21 months. Students will spend one year completing graduate coursework at the College Station campus, followed by 9 months of accredited supervised practice.

The Master of Clinical Nutrition program is built on a core curriculum, including courses in nutrition, statistics and research literacy, which students will complete at the College Station campus their first year.

The Dietetic Internship (DI) Program is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Education in Nutrition and Dietetics (ACEND). Supervised practice locations can take place in Houston, College Station, Temple, and surrounding areas. Students who successfully complete the program are eligible to take the credentialing exam for a registered dietitian nutritionist. Graduates of the Texas A&M Dietetic Internship Program are working in a variety of practice settings, including:  clinical dietetics, clinical management, treatment for eating disorders, school nutrition programs, and university wellness.   

Applications for 2026-2027 are open August 5, 2025 – January 15, 2026

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12

spots available each year for each program (dietetic interns and MCN students)

20+

preceptors partnered for dietetic internship rotation opportunities

100%

pass the RDN exam within one year, and more than 90% pass on the first try

Our Mission

The mission of the Texas A&M Dietetic Internship Program is to provide a high-quality education and a variety of supervised practice experiences to prepare interns to be effective entry-level registered dietitian nutritionists.

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Admission Requirements

To meet eligibility requirements, applicants must have an Original Verification Statement from an ACEND accredited DPD Program or declaration of intent to complete academic requirements by start of the fall semester in August.

Admission Requirements and Application Process

Supervised Practice

Program offers a variety of rotation sites around Texas including Temple, College Station, Houston, and more. Supervised practice sites include teaching hospitals, community and extension opportunities, outpatient clinics, consulting and entrepreneurial rotations.

Supervised Practice Details

Specialty tracks within the MCN-DI program include:

Clinical Nutrition

Our Master’s program coursework is centered around skill-building and creating a strong foundational knowledge in clinical nutrition. Students are well prepared for a diversity of clinical supervised practice experiences through courses focused on clinical skills, precision nutrition, and evidence-based practice.

Sports Nutrition

We offer sports nutrition coursework that will prepare students to work at the interface of exercise, nutrition, and physical fitness. In addition to classroom-based learning, students have the opportunity to experience sports nutrition hands-on during rotations across Texas.

Community Nutrition

As a land-grant institution, Texas A&M prioritizes making an impact on both out local community and Texas as a whole. We offer a diversity of opportunities for our students to serve communities by partnering with WIC, public health departments, and local food banks.

Entrepreneurship

By partnering with the Mays Business School, we offer our students training to become successful entrepreneurs as well as RDNs. Our partnership allows students to develop skills in entrepreneurship to assist them with, eventually, running their own businesses.

Path to Become a Registered Dietitian

1. Complete a Bachelor’s Degree

Complete a minimum of a bachelor’s degree from a U.S. regionally accredited college or university or foreign equivalent.

2. Didactic Program in Dietetics

Complete an ACEND-accredited Didactic Program in Dietetics concurrently or after completing a degree.

3. Complete a Graduate Degree

Complete a graduate degree at the Master’s level or higher. from a U.S. regionally accredited college or university or foreign equivalent.

4. Dietetic Internship Program

Complete an ACEND-accredited Dietetic Internship Program concurrently or after completing a graduate degree.

5. Pass the Credentialing Exam

Pass the Commission on Dietetic Registration credentialing exam to become a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist.

Upon successful completion of the Texas A&M MCN Program, graduates will be eligible for the credentialing exam by the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR) to become an RDN. In most states, graduates also must obtain state certification or licensure to practice. More information about educational pathways to become a RDN can be found through the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics. Students with foreign degrees who want to be credentialed as a RD in the United States must comply with CDR’s eligibility and examination requirements.

Additional Program Information

Accreditation Status

The Accreditation Council for Education in Nutrition and Dietetics (ACEND), formerly known as the Commission on Accreditation for Dietetics Education or CADE, is the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics’ accrediting agency for education programs preparing students for careers as registered dietitian nutritionists (RDN), or dietetic technicians, registered (DTR). ACEND serves and protects students and the public by assuring the quality and continued improvement of nutrition and dietetics education programs.

The Texas A&M University Dietetic Internship (DI) Program is accredited by ACEND. In January 2024, ACEND voted to continue full accreditation of the program for a term ending June 30, 2032.

ACEND is recognized by the United States Department of Education as a Title IV gatekeeper. This recognition affirms that ACEND meets national standards and is a reliable authority on the quality of nutrition and dietetics education programs. ACEND is also a member of the Association of Specialized and Professional Accreditors (ASPA) and abides by its code of good practice.

Accreditation Council for Education in Nutrition and Dietetics of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics
120 South Riverside Plaza, Suite 2190
Chicago, IL 60606-6995
(800) 877-1600 ext. 5400
Website: http://www.eatrightpro.org/ACEND
Email: [email protected]

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