The PRIDE program offers two full years of a paid, mentored research experience along with opportunities for networking and attendance to various career development events. The program also assists scholars with the graduate school application process. There is funding available for each scholar to attend one Diabetes, Endocrinology, and Metabolism (DEM) conference during their appointment.
Appointment dates are typically June 1st – May 31st for two consecutive years. Note: Appointed scholars are required to be available during those dates and will need to have arranged for housing prior to those dates.
When applying, you will be required to provide the names of three to four WashU faculty members listed on the pre-approved mentor list whose research is of interest to you. Matching with your requested mentor will be based on your interests and capabilities, availability of the faculty mentor, and input from the Program Directors.
Local appropriate housing is the responsibility of the PRIDE scholar and must be confirmed prior to start of appointment. Off-campus housing opportunities are potentially available in St. Louis, and can be found here.
No, we accept applications from US Citizens and permanent residents who are either in their senior year at an accredited university or college, or within 24 months of graduation, from an accredited US institution. Please note: all appointed scholars must be willing to relocate and conduct research at WashU.
Yes, this a salary paid position at WashU. 75% protected time is required to conduct a mentored research project with a WashU faculty member, while the additional 25% can be dedicated to coursework or other activities promoting skills development.
Yes, you can still apply to the PRIDE Program, but you must not be enrolled in a degree program at appointment start date. Upon appointment to the program you must show proof of graduating with your Bachelor’s degree.
Applications are open from October 1, 2024 – January 31, 2025. See application details, and link to full application here.
Official transcripts are required to be submitted during the application process for an applicant to be considered.
Yes, you will be required to submit a two-page personal statement that includes:
- Explain your reason for wanting to participate in PRIDE instead of entering graduate school immediately upon completion of your baccalaureate degree.
- What do you plan to achieve during your time in the program?
- What are your long term professional goals and how do you plan to achieve them?
These letters of recommendation are an essential part of the PRIDE application. Your recommenders should be able to judge your academic and professional potential and should have been involved with, or at least aware of, your scholarly activities and work experiences. The letters must comment on your readiness for mentored research, the potential for applying to graduate school in the future, and what you will gain from this experience.
We want to hear from you. We are happy to answer any questions you may have about the program. Email us at crtc@wustl.edu.