Pathways to Research Program (PReP)

PReP provides an opportunity for students from populations underrepresented in research to begin or advance their research career. Opportunities for travel funds to participate in national and international scientific meetings are awarded on a competitive basis.

The Pathways to Research Program provides undergraduate students with knowledge, skills, and experience in translational science and health equity research through a structured core curriculum including a mentored research project, weekly training seminars, small group discussions, and a final poster to present research findings at the annual University of Minnesota CTSI Poster Session and Reception held in Fall 2021.

The cornerstone of the research training program is the scholar’s participation in a research project under the direct supervision of a University of Minnesota faculty mentor. With input and oversight by the faculty mentor, scholars will work on a project related to the mentor’s ongoing research programs.

CTSI PReP Program shares its application with the Health Disparities and Cancer Research Summer Internship. Students may be considered for one or both of the programs by selecting their program choice(s) in the application. Find out more about the Health Disparities and Cancer Research Summer Internship.

• Seeking applicants enrolled at colleges and universities in Minnesota who are from an underrepresented population (see definition on page 4 of RFA)
• Stipend of $600/week provided for full-time engagement (40-hours/week), 12 weeks between  June 7 – August 27, 2021
• Up to ten students selected
• Funding for travel to present at a scientific conference for outstanding projects

Application details

Applications due February 1, 2021 by 11:59pm.

• RFA
• Online application submission form 
• FAQs
• Blank application (to view elements of application without having to create a fake application)
• Submit Letter of Recommendation 
  

Application requirements

PReP scholars