Amount: $4,000
Deadline: January 31 (2026 - check for 2027 updates)
Level: undergraduate, graduate
Renewable: No
About
This fellowship provides support for students to conduct a summer research project in medical genetics, encouraging the next generation of geneticists and genomicists.
Eligibility
- Citizenship: US
- GPA: 3.0+
- Undergraduate or first/second-year medical/graduate student
- Commitment to a career in medical genetics
Required Materials
- Application form
- Research proposal
- Letters of recommendation
- Transcripts
- CV
Timeline
Applications open in November and close January 31. Winners are notified in March.
Tips
Develop a well-defined research proposal with a clear mentor. Prior research experience, even limited, is beneficial. Clearly state your interest in medical genetics.