Applicants to the Brown-NIH Graduate Partnerships Program (GPP) are expected to have an undergraduate degree in a component discipline of neuroscience such as biology, psychology, neurobiology, chemistry, physics, applied mathematics, engineering, or computer science. However, there are no specific course requirements for successful admission. Students who are admitted without sufficient background in certain topics will be encouraged to take the appropriate introductory level courses at Brown and fill the gap in their scientific knowledge before enrolling in more advanced courses in that subject area. We encourage applications from members of underrepresented minority groups and those with disabilities. All students are fully supported during their time in graduate school. No forms requesting financial support need to be submitted.

Only US citizens and individuals with US permanent resident status are eligible to apply for the NIH-GPP program at this time.

Prospective students submit applications through the NIH, specifying the Brown-NIH Program. After interviews, applicants holding offer letters will be asked to submit a formal application to Brown University.

• NIH Application  - typically due around Dec 1
• Online Application Form
• CV including sections: Research Interests, Research Experience, Publications and Presentations, Awards and Honors, Extracurricular Activities, and a Personal Statement.
• Graduate Record Examination Scores for the General Aptitude Test -  GRE scores are not required.
• Three Letters of Recommendation
• NO APPLICATION FEE

Applicants interested in the Brown-NIH GPP must submit their application to the NIH by Dec 1, specifying the Brown-NIH program. After interviews, selected GPP applicants will be invited to submit a formal application to Brown University. Applicants wishing to receive full consideration for both the Brown and the Brown-NIH programs should submit all application materials to both Brown and NIH by the posted December deadline.