Application

Applications for Cohort 8 are open!  

Application Form


How to Apply

Application Materials

  • A current curriculum vitae.
  • A 3-page document including a personal statement and a research proposal. This document will serve both to inform the creation of the mentorship team and as a basis for the small work-group activities during the summer institute. 
    • 1-Page Personal Statement: Please describe your current and future research trajectory and how participation in the MIWI Training Program would support your development. Your statement should address:  
      • Program of research: What do you study and what questions/problems drive your work
      • Five year trajectory: If your research is successful, what impact do you hope your work will have over the next five years? 
      • Why MIWI: Why is MIWI a good fit for you at this point in your research career? How would your participation accelerate your development and impact? 
    • 2-Page Research Proposal: Please describe your proposed research project for MIWI, including: 
      • Research questions and/or specific aims
      • Planned sample or data source(s)
      • General study design or approach
      • How the project advances your longer-term research agenda

If you have any questions about the application process, please email miwitraining@umich.edu.