DICAS Application Support Program

2021-22 Academic Year Cohort Information


We are excited to have you participating in our fourth DAS Program cohort! This program is made possible thanks to the financial support of our donors, and by the generous volunteers who give their time and expertise. These volunteers have done the work and have committed to providing culturally-sensitive support to you as applicants. We appreciate you, DAS Program Volunteers!

Applicants: your acceptance to a dietetic internship that fits your goals, lifestyle and budget is very important to us. Please know that we have created this program to support you as fully as possible. Our consultants and volunteers are committed to helping you be as fully prepared to submit a strong application. We only ask that you try your best, let us know if you’re struggling at all, and stay committed to the process. This will be a rigorous next few months, but we’ll get through this! And it’ll be fun and relaxed- your with your DD Fam!

Alright! Let’s get you matched!

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DAS Program Schedule Breakdown

The DAS Program is broken down into four components:

Component 1: One-on-one support with your DAS Program Volunteer:

  • Each applicant will be paired with a DAS Program volunteer who will provide support with

  • Navigating the DICAS website

  • Getting organized for successful application

  • Personal statement and resume review and feedback

  • Assessing transcript to determine program eligibility

  • Virtual Interview preparation

  • Provide guidance on improving GPA

  • Identifying appropriate financial resources to fund their DI

Please work directly with your DAS Program Volunteer to determine a mutual schedule for meetings as you move along in your DICAS application process.

Access DAS Program Fall 2021 Applicant/Volunteer matches (coming soon!)

**If you are applying to the Spring 2022 DICAS Match, you will be matched with a program volunteer in late 2021.**

Component 2: Virtual Workshop Series

This interactive webinar series has been specifically developed for the Diversify Dietetics DAS program. The sessions, facilitated by Rebecca Valdez, and supported by DAS Program Volunteer facilitators, will guide applicants through a process to explore their value/(s), frame their unique experiences, and craft narratives that fully respond to DICAS prompts and help the application stand out from the crowd.

Over the course of 6 weeks, students will participate in interactive, sequential virtual workshops on Zoom that prepare attendees to brainstorm, outline, draft and revise their personal statements.

Workshop Schedule:

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