Ruth L. Kirschstein National Research Service Award (NRSA) Individual Fellowship for Students at Institutions with NIH-Funded Institutional Predoctoral Dual-Degree Training Programs (Parent F30)

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Description

This fellowship supports highly promising predoctoral students enrolled in combined dual-degree programs (such as MD/PhD, DO/PhD, DDS/PhD, AuD/PhD, DVM/PhD) at institutions with NIH-funded institutional predoctoral dual-degree training programs. The goal is to enhance the integrated research and clinical training of future physician- and clinician-scientists, preparing them for independent research careers in health-related fields.

Applicants must propose a well-integrated research and clinical training plan, including a dissertation project relevant to the missions of participating NIH Institutes and Centers. The fellowship is designed for candidates whose research does not involve leading an independent clinical trial, but allows for research experience in a clinical trial led by a sponsor or co-sponsor.

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Due Dates

• April 8, 2025: New, Renewal, Resubmission, Revision applications
• May 7, 2025: AIDS-related New, Renewal, Resubmission, Revision applications
• August 8, 2025: New, Renewal, Resubmission, Revision applications
• September 7, 2025: AIDS-related New, Renewal, Resubmission, Revision applications
• December 8, 2025: New, Renewal, Resubmission, Revision applications

All applications are due by 5:00 PM local time of the applicant organization. See NIH Standard Due Dates for more details.

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Funding Amount

• Duration: Up to 6 years of aggregate predoctoral NRSA support (including any prior NRSA support)
• Budget: Covers stipend (subsistence allowance), tuition and fees, and institutional allowance (for health insurance, research supplies, travel, etc.) at rates set annually by NIH (see current NRSA levels)
• Indirect Costs: Not separately reimbursed; included in institutional allowance

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Eligibility

Institutional Eligibility

• Only institutions with active NIH-funded institutional predoctoral dual-degree training programs (e.g., MSTP, DSTP) are eligible.
• The institution must have the resources and commitment to provide high-quality research and clinical training.

Individual Eligibility

• Applicants must be matriculated in a combined dual-degree program (e.g., MD/PhD, DO/PhD, DDS/PhD, AuD/PhD, DVM/PhD).
• Must be a U.S. citizen, non-citizen national, or permanent resident by the time of award.
• For MD/PhD and DO/PhD: Must have matriculated into the dual-degree program no more than 48 months prior to the application due date (exceptions for official leaves of absence).
• Must have identified a dissertation research project and sponsor(s).
• At least 50% of the award period must be devoted to graduate research training leading to the doctoral research degree.
• Not for students seeking only a professional degree (e.g., MD, DO, DDS, etc.) or those in residency training.

Other

• Foreign institutions and non-U.S. components of U.S. organizations are not eligible to apply.
• Foreign components (as defined by NIH) are allowed with justification.

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Application Process

• Applications must be submitted electronically via ASSIST, Grants.gov Workspace, or an institutional system-to-system solution.
• Follow the NIH Fellowship (F) Application Guide and all program-specific instructions in the NOFO.
• Required registrations: SAM, eRA Commons, Grants.gov, and ORCiD for the applicant.
• Reference letters must be submitted directly through eRA Commons.
• Applicants are strongly encouraged to consult the Table of IC-Specific Information, Requirements, and Staff Contacts to ensure alignment with participating NIH Institutes and Centers.

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Additional Information

• No cost sharing or matching is required.
• The F30 cannot be used to support only clinical training years; it is intended for integrated research and clinical training.
• No independent clinical trials are allowed; research experience in a clinical trial led by a sponsor/co-sponsor is permitted.
• Applications are peer-reviewed for scientific merit, training potential, and institutional environment.
• Recipients may not exceed 6 years of aggregate NRSA predoctoral support.
• See the full NOFO for detailed requirements and review criteria.

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External Links

• NIH Funder Homepage
• Full Funding Opportunity Announcement (NOFO)
• NIH NRSA Fellowship (F30) on Grants.gov
• NIH Research Training and Career Development
• NIH NRSA Stipend and Allowance Policy Notices
• Table of IC-Specific Information, Requirements, and Staff Contacts

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Contact Information

For detailed questions, consult the Table of IC-Specific Information, Requirements, and Staff Contacts for the most appropriate NIH Institute or Center contact.