Application Period: Monday, December 2, 2024 to Friday, January 10, 2025
Application Information Session Slides | Recording Passcode: *K7=vTpY
Applications must include all components and supporting documents to be considered complete. It is the applicant’s responsibility to prepare and collect each component and to monitor the status of their application. We recommended that applicants complete the recommendation section of their application early, to send request to their recommenders, and then continue to work on their application. Applying early is encouraged. Only US citizens and permanent US residents are eligible for federally funded training slots. Non US citizens should inquire about eligibility and funding opportunities.
School of Medicine Applicants
The PCRTP T32 serves as an adjunct to other research-oriented training. As such, applicants must first apply to a degree program which may include those listed below. See program websites for specific application deadlines and instructions. Students planning to apply/enroll in other similar degree programs should first consult with the PCRTP T32 Program Administrator to ensure that the program is a good fit.
- MPH: Application Website
MHS in Epidemiology: Application Website
MSE in Bioengineering Innovation and Design: Application Website - A separate application to the Predoctoral Clinical Research Training Program is required.
School of Nursing Applicants
This program is only open to trainees who will be entering their 2nd year or higher in the SON PhD program at time of matriculation (July 1 following application).
- The selection committee will need to review your previous PhD application. Once you have completed the PCRTP T32 application, you must e-mail the PCRTP T32 Program Administrator a completed copy of the attached form stating that you allow access of your PhD application to the PCRTP T32 Reviewers.
SON Waiver of Admission-PCTRP T32
Morgan State University Applicants
This program is only open to trainees who will be entering their 2nd year or higher in the DrPH program or other research-oriented doctoral program at time of matriculation (July 1 following application).
Instructions for PCRTP T32 Application
- Create an account as a first-time user in SLATE.
- Select Preclinical Research Training Program (PCRTP) T32 as the program.
- Complete each section of the application. Please follow all instructions outlined in the application and below.
- Request to recommenders can be sent while continuing to work on the remainder of the application.
- You can begin the application, save your data and return to submit.
- Applicants will not be able to utilize materials from the MPH/MHS/MSE or SON SLATE application.
Application Requirements
Statement of Purpose
1-2 pages only, single-spaced, 12-point font. Please describe:
- Your career objectives, interest and/or experience in at least one of the clinical research areas
- A proposed research idea or project that you anticipate working on during your year in the PCRTP T32
Letter of Recommendation from a Research Mentor
Applicants will indicate who will receive notification in their online application. Recommender will receive an email and should follow the instructions provided when completing their recommendation letter.
Letter of Recommendation from One of the Following – Academic Advisor, Additional Research Mentor, or Mentor Nominee
Applicants will indicate who will receive notification in their online application. Recommender will receive an email and should follow the instructions provided when completing their recommendation letter.
Unofficial Transcripts from ALL Academic Training
Transcripts should include undergraduate, graduate, and any other degrees.
CV or Resume
Include publication and awards if applicable.
