A limited number of full-tuition scholarships, generously provided by the CUMC Clinical Trials Office and the Mailman School of Public Health, are available to highly qualified candidates. Awarding of these scholarships is determined by the POR Advisory Board during the admissions review process. At the first step, the Board ranks applicants who meet the requirements for admission by these criteria:

• promise in clinical research
• superior academic transcripts
• prior involvement in clinical research projects
• letters of reference
• publication record

Next, an academic subcommittee assesses the candidates' perceived strengths and weaknesses and forwards this information, along with the application and their recommendations, to the full POR Advisory Board for final approval.

Four to six applicants ranking highest among all admitted candidates in a given year are offered POR Scholarships for two years of study, covering up to 30 credits of coursework and research.