James H. Quillen VA Medical Center
Financial Considerations for the Dietetic Internship for Interns Admitted to Either Option:
StipendThe Office of Academic Affiliations (OAA) allocates a stipend for James H. Quillen VA Medical Center (JHQVAMC) dietetic interns. For students participating in the dietetic internship at James H. Quillen VAMC 2024-2025, the stipend has been approved. Interns will receive $15/hour during their supervised practice.
Please note: The exact total stipend disbursement may vary slightly due to exact hours worked. Dietetic interns will receive the VA stipend only during the 32-weeks of supervised training.
Application fees to the Dietetic Internship Centralized Application Services (DICAS) and D&D Digital (ranking and computer matching service) for admission to the JHQVAMC Dietetic Internship:
D&D Digital- $65.00
There are no fees required by JHQVAMC.
Expenses (estimated) during supervised practice in Johnson City, TN
- Housing – varies (see below)
- Personal expenses – varies
- Transportation and parking for field experiences – no cost
- Student professional liability insurance for non-VA work - $35
- Personal health insurance – varies
- Textbooks/reference manuals - $300
- Registration fees and expenses for professional meetings* - $100-300
- Student membership dues for the Academy and local dietetic professional organization (You must be an Academy student member) - $70
- Incidental supplies for assignments and projects - $200
- Registration Examination for Dietitians following graduation - $200
- Opportunities to attend professional meetings will vary each year, as will the costs.
Housing in Johnson City, TN
Information about apartments located near the VA Medical Center can be obtained by checking various apartment locator websites online, such as those noted below. Information about relocating to Johnson City, including best areas to reside and shopping, is provided to matched interns. Becoming a roommate with another intern may be desirable and cost-effective.
www.tricitiesapartmentguide.com
Transportation in Johnson City
Interns are required to have a personal reliable form of transportation and a valid driver’s license. Johnson City public transportation to rotation sites is sparse and therefore, not encouraged. Parking at the medical center and affiliate sites is free.
