Aug 17, 2025, 19:28

ASTRO–BCRF Radiation Oncology Visiting Away Rotations for Medical Students

Four-week, stipend-supported away rotations (clinical or clinically oriented research) in radiation oncology for U.S. medical students, with a focus on advancing diversity and exposure for underrepresented-in-medicine (UIM) trainees.

Eligibility Criteria:

Enrolled and in good standing in a U.S. MD or DO program; U.S. citizen, national, or permanent resident.
Preference for UIM students; all years eligible (preference for M3–M4).
Rotation must be at an academic site with an established rad-onc clinical rotation and/or an ACGME-accredited residency with available mentors.
Clinical applicants: proof of acceptance to the host rotation. Research applicants: preselected mentor, mentoring plan, structured abstract.
ASTRO membership (complimentary for trainees) required upon selection; priority to applicants without other rotation funding.

Funding Details:

Stipend: USD 2,500 for the four-week rotation; paid at start upon required documentation.
No indirect/overhead or salary support beyond the stipend.

Deadline:

Application window opened August 28, 2025; application deadline October 16, 2025 (11:59 p.m.).
Rotations must take place by end of May 2026.

Where to Go for Further Information:

Apply via ProposalCentral.
Questions: [email protected].

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