Summer 2013 Research Program in Cancer Prevention
Our program is open to Undergraduate, Graduate and Medical Students interested in Cancer Prevention.
Who is eligible for the R25E summer program?
Undergraduate, graduate and medical students are eligible for the summer program. You must be a US Citizen or Permanent Resident. Undergraduate students, 16 years or older, at all levels are eligible, but rising juniors and seniors are strongly preferred. All applicants MUST be enrolled in a degree program for both the Spring and Fall 2013 semesters. Undergraduates who are transitioning to graduate or medical school in Fall 2013 are eligible, but must show proof of acceptance, or at least application to a graduate program, by the February 28, 2013 deadline.
Why are only US citizens or Permanent Residents eligible?
This fellowship program is supported by a National Cancer Institute R25E grant (R25-CA056452) that requires trainees to have US citizenship or permanent resident status. Applicants with visas are not eligible for the NCI-funded fellowships.
How long does the summer program last?
The program is a total of 10 weeks, from Monday, June 3 – Friday, August 9, 2013. Students who cannot participate for the complete 10 weeks should not apply.
For additional detailed information, visit read the Summer Program FAQs!
Stipend
Stipends are determined by your academic level and will range from $1,400 – $2,167 per month. The rate at which you are paid is non-negotiable and is determined by MD Anderson’s department of Trainee & Alumni Affairs.
How to Find A Mentor
Visit the How to Find a Mentor page and search 2 ways: 1) Click the “Faculty Profiles” link and search by keywords (e.g., smoking cessation, health disparities), or 2) Click on each department’s webpage and search the “Faculty & Staff” link by reading the profiles of the faculty in that department.
Past Summer Programs
Read about the many successes and activities of our Summer 2010, 2011 & 2012 Research Programs in Cancer Prevention!
Return to MD Anderson Summer Experience home page.
Return to Cancer Prevention Research Training Program home page.
Online Application Form
The application period for the 2013 summer program is now closed. We are no longer accepting applications.
Frequently Asked Questions
If your answer is not found in our Summer Program FAQs, e-mail apply@cancerpreventiontraining.org. We will respond within 1-2 business days.
Download the MD Anderson Summer Experience Flyer (pdf)!
Summer Program Dates
Notice of Acceptance to Applicants:
Friday, March 22 - Monday, April 1, 2013
Additional Application Documents Due:
Monday, April 15, 2013
Online Onboarding Completed by Student:
Monday, May 27, 2013
Summer Program Start Date:
Monday, June 3, 2013
Summer Program End Date:
Friday, August 9, 2013
Calendar of Events
Welcome Reception
Pickens Academic Tower, 3rd Floor, FCT3.4165 - 4168, Rooms 1, 2, 7 & 8, Near Elevator N
Friday, June 7, 2013
4:30 - 6:30pm
Lunch Lecture (1)
Pickens Academic Tower, 3rd Floor, Telehealth Room FCT3.5001
Friday, June 14, 2013
Noon - 1:00pm
Lunch Lecture (2)
Pickens Academic Tower, 3rd Floor, Telehealth Room FCT3.5001
Friday, June 21, 2013
Noon - 1:00pm
Lunch Lecture (3)
Pickens Academic Tower, 3rd Floor, Telehealth Room FCT3.5001
Friday, July 12, 2013
Noon - 1:00pm
Lunch Lecture (4)
Pickens Academic Tower, 3rd Floor, Telehealth Room FCT3.5001
Friday, July 19, 2013
Noon - 1:00pm
Poster Session/Elevator Speech
Pickens Academic Tower, 3rd Floor, FCT3.4141 - 4144, Rooms 3, 4, 5 & 6
Friday, August 9, 2013
Noon - 1:00pm