National Institutes of Health (NIH) Undergraduate Scholarship Program (UGSP)

NIH

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

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About

Offers scholarships to students from disadvantaged backgrounds who are committed to biomedical research careers. Includes paid research at NIH.

Eligibility

  • Citizenship: US
  • GPA: 3.0+
  • Demographic: Financial need, Underrepresented in biomedical research
  • Enrolled in an accredited 4-year undergraduate program
  • Commitment to conducting biomedical research at NIH after graduation

Required Materials

  • Application form
  • Essays
  • Transcripts
  • Letters of recommendation
  • Financial aid documentation

Timeline

Opens December, deadline March. Interviews in May/June, winners announced July.

Tips

Emphasize your passion for research and how your background informs your scientific pursuits. Clearly demonstrate financial need.