Benefits and Financial Information

UCSF Health Dietetic Interns receive the following benefits:

  • Annual stipend of $~49,000, paid weekly
    • Exact stipend amount is subject to change
    • This is to assist interns with covering basic expenses.
    • Interns will receive a W2 for the stipend amount and should work with a tax professional as needed. 
  • No tuition fees! 
  • Meal stipend ($13) at all hospital cafes when on duty. 
  • Insurance
    • Interns receive health insurance (including medical care, dental care, and mental health services) through UC SHIP.
    • If an intern is injured while in the course and scope of assigned duties, either on-site or off-campus, workers compensation insurance coverage is not provided. 
    • UCSF Dietetic Interns are covered for professional liability while performing University-related duties. Coverage is provided by the Regents of the University of California Self-Insurance Program. Any activities outside internship assignments are not covered.  
  • Free Shuttle Service
    • UCSF Health provides a free shuttle service between campuses and many public transit hubs. 

Estimated Minimum Expenses

Minimum expenses assume that interns live within walking distance of hospital, share housing, and eat meals at the hospital when on duty.

Application Fee + DICAS Fee (non-refundable)

$100 
Required Books $30
Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics Student Membership $58

Housing (unfurnished apartment near hospital, with 1+ housemates)

  • Dietetic interns are not registered students and are not eligible for UCSF student housing.

$15,000 - $17,000

Utilities (excluding mobile device plan)

$750 - $1500

Meals ($10 per day)

$3000

Laundry (~2 loads per week, $5/load)

$500

Monthly transit pass ($81 - $98 per month, within San Francisco only)

  • Public transportation costs may significantly increase depending on housing proximity. 
  • UCSF Parking information available here

$810 - $980
Fee for Registration Examination (after internship, amount subject to change) $225
Total $20,500  - $24,000

 

Financial Aid

Dietetic interns are not registered students and are not eligible for student loans. However, interns may receive deferments or forbearance for outstanding loans, if allowed by their lender. We can provide documentation of status as a dietetic intern, or complete documents from the loan agency, to verify status in an accredited certificate program. 

The Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics Foundation and many state dietetic associations have excellent scholarship programs. Interns should contact their advisor, the Foundation, or their state dietetic association for further information.