Minority students who have been admitted to doctoral programs may apply, with support of the department and advisors. NIH Minority Supplements to Research Grants. These supplements are sometimes available to enable faculty holding NIH research grants to appoint a minority student for a research assistantship. Supplements are sought on an individual basis as appropriate. The department maintains liaison connections with a number of medical, dental and veterinary fellowship programs.
Fellows engage in research and some teaching and clinical activities.
Fellowships include tuition and fees for a public health program in addition to the stipend. The prospective fellow applies separately to the liaison program and to the epidemiology program. A two-year program for physicians who have completed a residency. Supports a concurrent public health degree program which is optional. A two-year program for physicians who want to qualify for the Preventive Medicine Boards.