[Breast Cancer Alliance](https://breastcanceralliance.org)

December 2026 (application deadline, projected)

$75,000 for one year (per fellowship)

Supports promising surgeons in becoming breast cancer specialists to improve patient outcomes and advance the field.

Only one application per institution; SSO accreditation and regional eligibility required.

--- ## Description The Breast Surgical Fellowship, funded by the Breast Cancer Alliance, is designed to transform talented surgeons into expert, compassionate breast specialists who are poised to become leaders in the field. As the only non-profit funding these fellowships, the Alliance aims to improve outcomes and survival rates for those affected by breast cancer by supporting advanced training in breast surgery. The program emphasizes enhancing prevention, early detection, and treatment, particularly in underserved communities, and seeks to foster the next generation of leaders in breast surgical oncology. --- ## Due Dates - December 2026 (anticipated): Application deadline (projected; applications due on or before midnight on December 1, must include candidate CV and two references) *All dates are projected based on the annual cycle; check the program page for updates.* --- ## Funding Amount - $75,000 per fellowship, covering a one-year term (August 1–July 31) - Funding is awarded directly to the institution for the support of the selected fellow --- ## Eligibility - **Institutional requirements:** - Must have an established breast fellowship program - Must be Society of Surgical Oncology (SSO) accredited for at least two years - Must be located in Connecticut, New Jersey, or New York - **Applicant requirements:** - Must be a US citizen - Must hold an MD degree - Must have successfully completed a general surgery residency at a US medical center - **Other restrictions:** - Only one application (CV) per institution per year - Only one fellowship will be awarded per SSO-accredited institution per year --- ## Application Process - Applications must be submitted by the eligible institution on behalf of the candidate - Required materials: - Candidate’s CV - Two references accompanying the CV - Applications should be submitted online by the anticipated deadline - Late or incomplete applications will not be considered - Award notifications are typically sent by March following the application deadline - Funding is distributed after contract execution; contract term modifications are not permitted - Any publications or publicity resulting from the fellowship must acknowledge Breast Cancer Alliance support --- ## Additional Information - The Breast Cancer Alliance is committed to supporting innovative research, education, and outreach in breast cancer, with a focus on underserved populations. - The fellowship aims to build capacity in breast surgical oncology within the eligible region. - For questions about fellowship funding, contact the Alliance directly. --- ## External Links - [Program and Application Portal](https://app.smarterselect.com/programs/99062-Breast-Cancer-Alliance) - [Funder Home Page](https://breastcanceralliance.org) - [How to Apply – PDF Guide](https://medschool.cuanschutz.edu/docs/librariesprovider52/main-research/funding-opportunities-documents/breast-cancer-alliance---how-to-apply.pdf?sfvrsn=ec4ef5bb_1) --- ## Contact Information | Purpose | Contact | |------------------------|----------------------------------------------------| | General/Fellowship Info| [fellowships@breastcanceralliance.org](mailto:fellowships@breastcanceralliance.org) | | Research Grants | [researchgrants@breastcanceralliance.org](mailto:researchgrants@breastcanceralliance.org) | | Phone | +1 203-861-0014 | | Address | 48 Maple Avenue, Greenwich, CT 06830, USA | | Online Contact Form | [Contact BCA](https://breastcanceralliance.org/contact-bca) |

Breast Surgical Fellowship

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