National Institutes of Health Oxford-Cambridge Scholars Program

Application guidelines, deadlines, and interview dates for the NIH Oxford-Cambridge Scholars Program. Learn how to apply for fall 2027 admission.

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DeadlineDecember 1st

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Last checkedJun 24, 2026

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NIH Oxford-Cambridge Scholars Program

Accelerated doctoral training program for biomedical research careers, partnering students with NIH and UK university investigators for collaborative dissertation projects.

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Eligibility

Must be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident; Possess a Bachelor's degree by the start of the program; Demonstrate sincere passion for science through research experience

Requirements

Partner with two Investigators: one at NIH, one at Oxford or Cambridge; Conduct a single, collaborative dissertation project; Divide time evenly between NIH and UK laboratories (approx. 2 years each); No formal coursework required, but available if desired

How to apply

Applications for 2027 admission will open in June.; Applications are available online between August and December.

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