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Howard Hughes Medical Institute (HHMI) - Gilliam Fellowships for Advanced Study by Student/Advisor Pairs

Supports Ph D students and faculty advisors in basic biological and biomedical sciences for ambitious research and inclusive training environments. Offers stipend, allowances, and professional development.

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DeadlineTuesday, October 27, 2026 at 11:59 PM ET

Award amount$50,000 annual stipend; Discretionary allowance; Up to three years of stipend support; $5,000 annual discretionary allowance; $10,000 annual institutional allowance; Institutional allowance for tuition and fees; Total $65,000 per year for up to three years

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HHMI Gilliam Fellows Program

Supports PhD students and faculty advisors in basic biological and biomedical sciences for ambitious research and inclusive training environments. Offers stipend, allowances, and professional development.

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Deadline

October 27, 2026

Award amount

Up to three years of stipend support

Eligibility

Second- and third-year PhD students in basic biological and biomedical sciences; Students at HHMI eligible institutions; Applying with their faculty PhD advisor; US citizens, permanent residents, DACA recipients, and international students eligible to study and receive funding; Dual-degree students (MD-PhD, DVM-PhD, etc.) eligible

Requirements

Student eligibility information; Educational history; List of up to 5 contributions to science; PhD research overview (3 pages max); Responses to leadership prompts; Career statement

Application materials

Student eligibility information; Educational history; Contributions to science list; PhD research overview; Leadership prompt responses; Career statement

How to apply

Applications submitted through HHMI's Application and Review Channel (ARC); Collaboration between PhD student and PhD advisor; Each will contribute materials; Name one additional reference

Important dates

Applications Open: September 1, 2026; Applications Close: October 27, 2026; Award Notification: Summer 2027

Documents

2027 Applicant Guide; 2027 Frequently Asked Questions (PDF)

Contact

gilliam@hhmi.org

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