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Estimated Expenses Food, Housing, Transportation, Books, and Supplies  Students pay for these items throughout the program. Tuition and Fees  Students without graduate assistantships pay for tuition.  All students pay University Fees each semester for Student Center, student activities, intercollegiate athletic program, medical benefit, and revenue bond.  If students believe they have comparable medical coverage, they may seek a refund of the medical fees within the first week of a semester. For most current Tuition and Fees information, review the Graduate Catalog on-line at www.siu.edu/gradschl Students who are awarded 50% graduate assistantships for two semesters would have the following academic expenses in a 24-month period (figures may change at any time). $3,222.00 Fees (41 credit hours) $2,496.00 Tuition (13 credit hours for seminar, thesis, and rotations) $1,000.00 Books, supplies, binding of thesis or research paper $    86.00 2 years of Membership in American Dietetic Association (ADA) $6,804.00 = TOTAL Estimated Academic Costs   Students who are awarded 25% graduate assistantships for two semesters would have the following academic expenses over a 24-month period (figures may change at any time). $3,222.00 Fees (41 credit hours) $3,840.00 Tuition 7 (and 13 credit hours for seminar, thesis, and rotations) $1,000.00 Books, supplies, binding of thesis or research paper $    86.00 2 years of Membership in American Dietetic Association (ADA) $8,148.00 = TOTAL Estimated Academic Costs Housing and Transportation.  Students are responsible for both housing and transportation during supervised practice (rotations).  Housing costs range from $300 to $500 per month depending upon location and if accommodations are shared.  During supervised practice rotations, students should anticipate relocating at least once.  All expenses and arrangements for housing are responsibility of the student.  Expenses for travel and relocating will vary by student. Tuition and Fees During Rotations.  Students pay all expenses, including tuition and fees during supervised practice rotations.  No graduate assistantships are awarded during rotations.  Students are on-site 40 hours per week and are expected not to be employed during these 7-1/2 months. Attire.  During supervised practice rotations, professional dress is required.  In some instances, a student may need to purchase a lab coat. Laptop Computer.  All students are expected to own their own computers before starting supervised practice experiences.  A laptop computer should be used during supervised experiences at the Illinois Department of Human Services or St. Louis Area Agency on Aging. Liability Insurance.  General liability and professional liability insurance is provided by the University when the student is enrolled.   Come Visit! We encourage prospective applicants to visit us and we can arrange for you to meet with current students.  Should you have any questions after reading this newsletter,please contact the program coordinator.       Please sign the form below and send it with the rest of your application materials Applicant Release Form For Review of Program Application Materials I understand and agree that my application file, including application materials, evaluations, and transcripts will be reviewed by Animal Science, Food and Nutrition Faculty and by members of the Dietetic Internship Advisory Committee.  (Applicant’s Signature)                                                                                   (Date)