Health Policy Research Program

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What field do I have to be in to apply? What degree do I need? You must have a PhD in economics, political science, or sociology received after January 1, 2006 and before July 15, 2011 to be eligible for the 2011 - 2013 cohort. Is experience or a background in health or health policy research required? No. The Scholars Program is not a fellowship for individuals who already have an extensive background in health, health care, or health policy. In fact, preference is given to applicants who have not previously worked extensively in health. The goal of the Program is to foster a new generation of creative, health policy thinkers and researchers within the disciplines of economics, political science, and sociology. The Program is designed, therefore, to recruit talented individuals with little or no health background, introduce them to the field of health policy research, and, in this way, influence them to include health-related topics in their future research agendas. I am a medical doctor. Am I eligible for the Scholars Program? To be eligible for the Scholars Program, you must have a PhD in economics, political science, or sociology. Individuals with professional degrees, such as an MD or JD, but who do not hold a PhD in a requisite social science discipline are not eligible for the Scholars Program. Other Robert Wood Johnson Foundation programs may be more suitable, for example, the Health & Society Scholars Program . Do I have to be a U.S. citizen or have permanent residency status? Yes. At the time of application, you must be a citizen of the United States or its territories or have permanent resident status. If selected as a finalist, proof of citizenship will be required within ten days. Can I apply to the Program again, if I am not accepted this year? Yes, you may apply again if you are not selected this year. However, you must complete and submit a new application. Please check eligibility requirements to confirm that you remain eligible to apply. Back to top Application Process Questions When will this year's application be available? The 2011-2013 on-line application will available in August 2010. What does the application consist of? The application contains the following: (a) the online Application Form; and (b) a section for 3 confidential references (required). A 2010-2011 Call for Applications brochure and descriptions of resources available at each of the three universities will be available in August 2010 on this web site. What will I need to submit along with my application form and reference forms? You will need to provide: I have been coauthor on several publications. Can I submit a coauthored paper as my writing sample? Only solely authored articles and writing samples will be accepted. What is the application deadline? The 2011-2013 on-line application will be available in August 2010. The 2010 -2011 application deadline will be included with those materials. Should I state a site preference at the time of application? No. It is to your advantage that your application be considered by all three universities. If, however, you wish to limit your choice because of a significant personal or family consideration, you may indicate that on the application. Back to top Review and Selection Process Questions

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