Pathways to Research Program (PReP)

The Pathways to Research Program (PReP) provides undergraduate students with knowledge, skills, and experience in translational science and health equity research.

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 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 design a research plan 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.

Program overview

• Seeking applicants enrolled at colleges and universities in Minnesota who are from an underrepresented population (*see definition on page 4 of the RFA) 
• Stipend of approximately $480/week provided for full-time engagement, 12 weeks between June 4, 2018 and August 24, 2018
• Up to ten students selected
• Funding for travel to present at a scientific conference for outstanding projects
• Students are eligible regardless of citizenship or immigration status

Application details

The 2018 application submission process has closed. Please review materials from the most recent application cycle:

RFA

FAQs

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PReP scholars