What are the computer requirements?

Requirements are similar among the institutions. Since different platforms are used for course delivery, compatibility with the web browser is most important, although if you are using an older computer with limited memory, or a slow dial-up modem, you may wish to upgrade your equipment. Courses do require the use of a computer, the Internet and e-mail. To ensure your computer meets the minimum requirements, run a system diagnostics test at http://public.online.ksu.edu/support/readiness.

Is financial aid available?

It depends. Students need to complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) form to determine their eligibility for federal financial aid. This form is located online at http://www.fafsa.ed.gov. To qualify for federal financial aid at the graduate level, students must be degree-seeking and generally must enroll in 5 credit hours for the fall and spring semesters, and 3 hours in the summer. Please contact your “home” institution for availability, deadlines and specific regulations at your university. Most scholarships and assistantships require full-time study on-campus. Your campus coordinator can direct you to the proper office on your campus for assistance with financial aid questions.

Can I take online courses before I am admitted into a degree program?

At most institutions, you can apply to be admitted as a non-degree seeking student. The number of credits you are allowed to complete as a non-degree student will be limited. Be sure to check with your Campus Coordinator about the university's policies and begin the program admission process as soon as possible.

What is required for admission?

Students must apply for entry into the program at the university they have selected as their “home” institution. Admission requirements vary. Please check with the university to which you are applying for specific requirements at that institution. Requirements might include GRE scores, a resume, statement of objectives, and letters of recommendation, in addition to an application, fee and transcripts from previous college work.

How do I choose a home university?

There are several things to consider when deciding which university you wish to apply to. We suggest students look at the faculty research interests at each university. Also, the admission and graduation requirements may also vary from institution, to institution. There are certain courses that are required within each degree program regardless of which institution is the student”s home university. Students will take these courses from the same instructor and with the same students no matter where they are enrolled. It is the elective courses and graduation requirements that might differ between institutions.

Do I have to be admitted to all the graduate programs at the participating universities?

You only need to be admitted to the university you select as your "home" university, which is the university from which you will receive your degree or certificate. You will register for the appropriate classes at your “home” university. The admission fee will be waived at all but the “home” university.

How does an inter-institutional program work?

Students select a “home” institution to apply to. They will enroll in all courses through that university, though the course may be taught at a participating university. Students log into the course at the “teaching” institution. At the end of the semester, grades are reported on the transcript at the “home” institution. There is no need to request a transcript from the teaching institution.

Dietetics

This degree enables dietitians to apply cutting-edge information in food, nutrition, food service management and wellness to enhance dietetics practice. Students successfully completing the program learn to think independently and critically to evaluate and apply new research concepts and theories to advance their professional practice.

Elective courses cover a variety of topics to meet the diverse needs of dietetics professionals. Electives include clinically-oriented nutrition courses, community or public health nutrition courses, healthcare administration, management-oriented courses, food science, food service management, and more.