Pelotonia Scholars Program
The Pelotonia Scholars Program at Ohio State University funds and mentors students and postdocs to conduct innovative, multidisciplinary cancer research projects.
Funder: Ohio State University
Due Dates: February 15, 2027 (Spring: Undergraduate, Medical, Graduate, Postdoc) | July 15, 2027 (Fall: Graduate, Postdoc only)
Funding Amounts: Undergraduate: up to $12,000/year | Graduate, Medical, Postdoc: $34,000/year stipend (Graduate/Postdoc: 2 years; Medical: 1 year) | Tuition/fees covered for Graduate; additional matching funds required for some awards
Summary: Supports OSU undergraduates, graduate students, medical students, and postdocs in multidisciplinary, innovative cancer research with competitive stipends and research training.
Key Information: Only OSU/Nationwide Children's affiliates are eligible; separate cycles for each career stage; fundraising/participation in Pelotonia is required.
Description
The Pelotonia Scholars Program at Ohio State University is a prestigious, highly competitive research award designed to accelerate innovative, multidisciplinary cancer research by supporting the next generation of scientists. Open to undergraduate, graduate, medical, and postdoctoral trainees from any discipline at Ohio State or Nationwide Children’s Hospital, the program funds independent cancer research projects, provides substantial stipends, and covers tuition and fees for graduate students. Oversight is provided by a committee of leading OSU cancer researchers. All scholars are expected to participate in the annual Pelotonia event, contributing to both research and fundraising efforts in the fight against cancer.
