University of Pennsylvania 
Postbaccalaureate Research Education Program (PREP)
The University of Pennsylvania Post-Baccalaureate Research Education Program (PennPREP) offers a one-to- two-year research experience for students who have completed college and are interested in pursuing a doctoral degree in the biomedical sciences. The program provides a significant research experience and preparation for applying to and succeeding in graduate school.
AREAS OF RESEARCH
HOW TO APPLY
The PREP application is available online and must be submitted by March 1, 2017
  • Completed online application form
  • Personal and Research Statement
  • Three letters of recommendation
  • Official undergraduate transcript
  • List of five Penn faculty of interest
  • Resume or curriculum vitae
ADMISSION
Admission will be for one year, with the admission to a second (final) year based on academic performance. During the second year, scholars must commit to applying to graduate programs in the biomedical sciences.


FUNDING
PREP scholars receive a competitive stipend, including health insurance.
ELIGIBILITY
Only U.S. citizens or permanent residents may apply. Applicants must have a degree in a biomedically-relevant science from an accredited U.S. college or university and have graduated no more than 36 months prior to the start of the program. Applicants must intend to apply to a graduate program within two years of beginning the PREP program. Individuals who bring diversity to graduate study in the biological or biomedical sciences by reason of their culture, class, race, ethnicity, background, disability, work and life experiences, skills and interests are encouraged to apply for the program. Applications are especially encouraged from students who are Black/African-Americans, Hispanic/Latino/Chicano Americans, Native Americans and Alaskan Natives, and Pacific-Islanders.
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Contact Us:
Office of Research & Diversity Training Programs
University of Pennsylvania
267 Anatomy-Chemistry
3620 Hamilton Walk
Philadelphia, PA 19104
Tel. 215.573.8201
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