Students

Are you a student who is currently enrolled or planning to enroll in a dietetics education program at an ACEND Accredited University Program?  If so, you are eligible to join the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics (AND) as a Student Member.  Student Members enjoy reduced dues while gaining access to the vast majority of benefits Active members enjoy, including career resources and scholarships. Also, you automatically become an IAND member.

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Member Benefits

Get Involved

Student members are integral to the Academy—you represent the future of the food, nutrition and dietetics profession. Sign up to become a Student Liaison at your school or program and connect with national level leaders, access special resources and help support the profession.

Apply for Scholarships

The Academy Foundation offers nearly $500,000 in scholarships annually to qualifying dietetics Student members at all levels of study.

IAND Scholarships

AND Scholarships

Refine Your Job

Search The Academy’s online job board, EatRight Careers, features newly posted positions monthly and allows you to create custom e-mail alerts, respond directly to job listings, post your resume for employer searches and target your search by specialty or geographic location—all for free for job seeking members.

Stay Informed

Enjoy complimentary subscriptions to the Academy’s award-winning publications, which help you stay on top of breaking news and learn about your future profession:

  • Food & Nutrition Magazine®: This bi-monthly digital magazine emphasizes breaking news and trends in nutrition, diet, health, culinary arts, food service, sports nutrition, fitness, integrative nutrition, food safety and other professional services. Available online and emailed to members
  • Journal of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics: Your premier source for information on the practice and science of food, nutrition and dietetics. Available online and in the Journal app (iOS and Android).
  • Student Scoop: The Academy’s monthly Student member e-newsletter. Learn about trends in the profession and gain insight into starting your career.