The National Institutes of Health (NIH) Undergraduate Scholarship Program (UGSP) - Computational Biology/Bioinformatics

National Institutes of Health (NIH)

Amount: $20,000
Deadline: March 15
Level: undergraduate
Renewable: Yes

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About

Supports students from disadvantaged backgrounds who are committed to careers in biomedical research. Includes tuition, fees, and paid summer research opportunities at NIH, with a strong emphasis on computational and data science for health.

Eligibility

  • Citizenship: US
  • GPA: 3.3+
  • Undergraduate student with exceptional financial need
  • Commitment to health-related research
  • Summer research at NIH after each academic year

Required Materials

  • Online application
  • Academic transcripts
  • Essays
  • 2 recommendation letters
  • Proof of financial need

Timeline

Applications open in September and close in March. Winners notified in May.

Tips

Your essays should clearly demonstrate your passion for biomedical research and how your computational skills will contribute. Emphasize your financial need.