Want to do biomedical research training at NIH? The Intramural Research Program is the internal research arm of the NIH. Our scientists, trainees, and fellows work in a collaborative research environment using cutting-edge tools to perform interdisciplinary research from the bench to the bedside. We’d like to invite you to learn about training opportunities in the NIH Intramural Research Program for college students, graduate/professional school students, and recent doctoral degree holders.

Undergraduate Scholarship Program

The NIH UGSP is a financial needs-based scholarship award for students who are committed to biomedical, behavioral and social science research. The program provides scholarship recipients up to $20,000 per academic year for tuition, educational, and reasonable living expenses. Scholarships are awarded for one year and can be renewed up to two years. The application opens on Monday, Jan. 5, 2026, and will close on Wednesday, Mar. 24, 2026 at noon ET. Reference letters are due Tuesday, Mar. 31, 2026, and the Exceptional Financial Need (EFN) form is due Tuesday, May 18, 2026.

Join us for a virtual information session to learn about the Undergraduate Scholarship Program:

• NIH Undergraduate Scholarship Program (UGSP) Application Webinar;Wed., Jan. 14, 3:00-4:00 pm ET

Our website highlights our programs, outlines eligibility criteria, and application instructions. Learn more about the NIH, take a virtual tour of our Bethesda campus, read about research training, and discover how to find NIH research groups. All NIH research experiences are paid: https://www.training.nih.gov/stipends/

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Office of Intramural Training & Education (OITE)

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National Institutes of Health

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