NIH Graduate Partnerships Program 2026

The NIH Graduate Partnerships Program (GPP) provides doctoral students with an opportunity to perform all or part of their dissertation research within the NIH Intramural Research Program while remaining enrolled at their home universities. Participants may pursue research across biomedical, behavioral, social science, and health-related fields, under the guidance of NIH researchers. The program supports doctoral study with stipends, health insurance, and, for eligible new fellows relocating near an NIH campus, a one-time relocation benefit.

Stipend for doctoral students, health insurance coverage, and relocation assistance for eligible new fellows.

Open to currently enrolled doctoral students who will conduct all or part of their dissertation research at NIH through Individual or Institutional Partnerships.

Two pathways exist: Individual Partnerships and Institutional Partnerships; applicants should review specific eligibility requirements and submit through the designated NIH/partner processes.