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U-M PRIME Program Details

U-M PRIME accepts up to eight scholars each year, with the program beginning on September 1 for the 2026-2027 academic year. During the first month, U-M PRIME leadership will work closely with our scholars to identify and match them with a faculty mentor whose laboratory conducts research aligned with their interests and whose mentorship style fits the needs of our trainees.

Each PRIME cohort includes five cancer-focused research trainees, one neuroscience-focused trainee, one trainee aspiring to pursue an MD/PhD, and one trainee focused on biomedical-related research.

More than 500 U-M faculty members from across campus are available to mentor U-M PRIME scholars for their research training (Include PIBS faculty database and Michigan Experts Database links)

In the 2026-27 year U-M PRIME scholars will receive an annual stipend of $35,000 (allocated monthly), a one-time relocation allowance of $2,000, health benefits, and dental insurance.

U-M PRIME Opportunities

While the primary focus of U-M PRIME scholars is their research experiences, they will also have opportunities to participate in activities designed to enhance their career and professional development, including:

Weekly U-M PRIME Scholar Meetings (2024 Agenda)
Periodic social activities with U-M PRIME trainees
Opportunities to attend scientific seminars (Happening at Michigan)
Ability to attend career development events for graduate students and postdoctoral scholars (Career & Professional Development)
Attend scientific conferences, including discipline-specific meetings
Opportunities to present research projects and discuss graduate school and career advice with faculty mentors
Participate in preparatory courses for graduate and professional admissions (e.g., GRE, MCAT, etc.).
Receive assistance with all aspects of the graduate school application process, including a CV Workshop, Personal Statement Workshop, Research Statement Workshop, elevator pitch practice, and mock interviews

Program Highlights

Scholars will have the opportunity to present research projects as well as attend career development events and scientific seminars in addition to social activities.