FAQ

What's the pass rate on the RD Exam?

We are proud of our 96% RD exam pass rate since 2018.

Where’s the best place to live?

The program sponsor is OSU on the Corvallis campus. However, most rotations are not in Corvallis and may involve a commute regardless of where you might choose to live. During applicant interviews, information about living location and rotations, and commuting is discussed. Flexibility is an advantage.

How much commuting is involved?

All interns will have some commuting; interns can expect to commute for about 50% of the year. We aim to minimize commuting by suggesting living locations to the incoming intern class. Interns in past years have also stayed with each other on occasion to decrease commuting.

Where do dietetic internship graduates work?

Job placement for our graduates is solid. In previous years, many interns have secured jobs within 2 weeks of graduation and some had jobs before they finished the internship! Our graduates are employed in all practice areas, including community, clinical, foodservice, private practice and telehealth.

How is the dietetic internship different from other internships?

OSU places interns in a minimum of 6-8 rotations sites. Graduates describe the variety of rotations as a program highlight. The broad exposure to dietetics practice allows interns to find real opportunities to explore their professional interests and direction.