Are There Additional Steps for Issuing Verification Statements to Individuals Who Have Been Educated Outside the United States and Its Territories?
Yes. Individuals who have earned college and/or university degrees outside the United States and its territories also must have their transcripts evaluated by a foreign transcript evaluation service to determine if their degree is equivalent to a degree granted by a regionally accredited college or university in the United States (refer to Non-profit Validation Agencies that perform this service below).
In addition to providing evidence that the individual has attained at least the equivalent of a baccalaureate degree, the foreign transcript evaluation may provide information for the program director concerning courses that will fulfill program requirements. Validation of a foreign degree does not eliminate the need for verification of completion of Didactic Program, Dietetic Internship, Coordinated Program, or Dietetic Technician Program requirements.