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U-M PREP accepts up to 11 scholars into the program, which starts July 1 of each year. During the first month of the program, U-M PREP directors will help students match with a faculty mentor whose lab is doing research of interest to them.
More than 150 U-M faculty members are available to mentor U-M PREP scholars for their research training.
In the 2023-24 year U-M PREP scholars will receive a salary of $33,000, a moving stipend of $2,000, health benefits, and dental insurance.
Beyond their work on research projects, U-M PREP scholars have opportunities to participate in activities designed to enhance their preparation for graduate school, such as:
- A preparation course for the Graduate Record Exam (GRE)
- Social events
- Seminars and journal clubs
- Opportunities to enhance their studies with a graduate course in the fall or winter term
- Opportunities to present research projects and discuss graduate school and career advice with faculty mentors
- Career development events for graduate students and postdoctoral scholars
- A MCAT test preparation course for MSTP aspirants
- Assist with all aspects of the graduate school application process, including:
- CV Workshop
- Personal Statement Workshop
- Research Statement Workshop
- Elevator Pitch Practice
- Mock Interviews
Director
Associate Director
Associate Director
Assistant Program Administrator
Program Manager
Program Coordinator
