Who can apply: College students (at the time of application must be a freshmen, sophomore or junior) interested in careers in research and healthcare who are underrepresented in the biomedical workforce.
Apply by: January 26, 2025 Click here to apply.
Program dates: June 9 – August 15, 2025
Program description: Students conduct their own cancer research project under the mentorship of a University of Illinois Cancer Center faculty researcher with a focus on healthcare disparities. Students participate in skill-building workshops, research symposiums and social functions. Participating students can expect to commit up to 40 hours per week and will receive a $5,000 stipend.
Watch the videos below to learn more about the program and about the experiences of UI DICR students in the 2024 and 2023 cohorts.
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