MD-PhD programs provide training in both medicine and research. They are specifically designed for those who want to become research physicians.
- The AAMC has some information for students to learn if MD-PhD programs are for them.
- Find research during the school year and the summer.
- NIH Summer Research Programs for current undergraduates
- NIH Postbac Research Programs for students who have graduated with a bachelor’s degree
- UC Berkeley’s Office of Undergraduate Research
- Various universities throughout the country have summer research programs
- The application
- There are three essays in total, instead of 1. The extra essays focus on your current research.
- Letters of Recommendation from Principal Investigators or Post Docs are required
- The timeline is the same as the general MD application.
- Medical schools encourage transfer students apply to MSTP programs