Do I qualify to apply?
CLICK ON YOUR DEGREE STATUS
Medical Scholars
Am I eligible to apply?
The Med Scholar track is designed for applicants who…
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Are enrolled in medical school OR intending to attend in the upcoming Fall semester and have been in a full time degree program within the preceding 12 months
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Live in/near Houston, Texas OR are willing to relocate (for the 10 week summer program only)
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Have a bachelor’s degree OR are currently in school and on track to graduate by spring
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Are a U.S. citizen or permanent resident
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Additionally, you are strongly encouraged to apply if you are…
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A first-generation college graduate
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From a low-income household
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From a low-resourced community
What do I need to apply?
You will need…
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Official transcripts
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CV or resume
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A complete CATALYST application
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Statement of research experience and interest(s)
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Two letters of recommendation
Ready to apply?
Apply through MD Anderson Cancer Center’s CATALYST program HERE
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Applications are accepted from late November through early January for the upcoming summer semester.
Graduate Scholars
Am I eligible to apply?
The Grad Scholar track is designed for applicants who…
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Are full-time doctoral students (any year)
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Are in counseling psychology, clinical psychology, social work, or similar degree program
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Live in/near Houston, Texas and can work onsite at MD Anderson Cancer Center
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Are NOT employed >10 hours a week OR are willing to relinquish the position in order to participate
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Are U.S. citizens or permanent residents
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Additionally, you are strongly encouraged to apply if you are…
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A first-generation college graduate
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From a low-income household
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From a low-resourced community
When will I hear back?
After email submission, a confirmation of receipt and the application decision date will be emailed within 2 business days
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Finalists will be invited for a video conference interview. Acceptance or waitlist decisions will be conveyed via email within 1-2 weeks after the interview.
What do I need to apply?
You will need…
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Statement of purpose​
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Up to a 3-page description (excluding references) of your education and research background, research/career interests, professional goals, and fit with the STRONGER Scholar program. Explain how this program will help you meet your goals.
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Mentor priority form
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​Rank order of 3-5 potential mentors HERE.
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​CV
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Unofficial university transcript
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​Demographic information form HERE
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Two letters of recommendation using THIS standardized form, emailed directly by the recommender
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1 letter should be completed by the applicant’s major professor/advisor.
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Ready to submit?
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Compile the following documents into one PDF file:
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Statement of purpose
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Mentor priority form
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CV
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Unofficial university transcript
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Email documents to STRONGERScholars@mdanderson.org by May 1, 2024, 5:00 PM CST
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