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When doctors could not find a way to stop her mother’s epileptic seizures, Christina Estrada decided she would. Her quest to learn more about epilepsy led her to a desire for an advanced degree in the field of neuropsychology. And now, she says, the GRAD-PREP program is moving her toward that goal. “I think it’s an excellent program for someone in my position, who’s looking to become a more competitive applicant, but who needs a good amount of research experience.”
WSU GRAD-PREP Scholars is a National Institutes of Health-funded program that provides research and academic training in the biomedical/behavioral sciences for postbaccalaureate students from underrepresented groups and those with disabilities who are interested in pursuing a graduate degree. This one-year program provides a hands-on research experience in state-of-the-art biomedical research, academic enrichment courses and faculty mentoring activities.
The WSU GRAD-PREP program has a successful track-record of preparing our scholars to meet the challenges of a Ph.D. program leading to a career in the biomedical sciences. Seventy-five percent of our scholars have been admitted to graduate schools after completing our one-year program. Our GRAD-PREP experience demonstrates the excitement and rewards of clinically relevant research.
WSU GRAD-PREP scholars will earn an annual salary of $21,840 with full benefits, including health insurance. Tuition remission is available for academic development courses and workshops. Travel expenses to a local, regional or national scientific meeting are also available. WSU GRAD-PREP scholars will receive guidance through the Ph.D. program selection and application process and will enhance their skills on the Graduate Record Exam through preparation workshops and mock interviews.
To learn more about the program and to apply, please follow the links in the menu to the right.
