Application

Are there guidelines for reference letters?

• We require a standard letter of reference that the letter writer can upload directly to our online application. You will receive an email when your letter of recommendation has been submitted. Your application is not considered complete until the letter of recommendation has been received by the MSPICED committee.

How do I go about choosing which lab fits my research interest?

• Please go to the “Researchers” page to gain more information on ongoing research projects in each lab. In addition, you can use the questions about motivation and goals on the application to express more about what you are interested in. We will use your answer to the ranking question as well as the motivation and goals questions to place you in a lab which we deem fit for you.

If I am accepted, will I get into my first-choice lab?

• We will do our best to match interns with their preferred labs, but we cannot guarantee that everyone will receive their first choice.

Can I re-apply to the program? If so, how?

• Yes, you may re-apply to the MSPICED Program. To do so, please complete the application again and provide updated recommendation letters. Information from the last application cycle will not be transferred.

Notification & Interview

Will there be interviews?

• Some candidates may be selected to interview with us over Zoom.

When will I hear back?

• We are aiming to send out final decisions in mid to late March.

If your question has not been answered on the website, you may email [email protected].