Frequently Asked Questions and Answers

1. How do I determine if I am from a racial or ethnically underrepresented group in cancer-related biomedical, behavioral, clinical or social sciences research?

The institution at which you are currently enrolled must determine this. If your institution determines that you are from a racial or ethnically underrepresented group in cancer-related biomedical, behavioral, clinical or social science research, your institution must provide this documentation when the application is submitted for review and evaluation.

2. If I am of Asian descent, am I eligible to apply?

Not all individuals are from racial and ethnically underrepresented population in cancer-related biomedical, behavioral, clinical or social sciences research.

If you are of Asian descent and your institution has classified you as a first generation college graduate or from an economically disadvantaged background, you are eligible to apply.

3. If I am White (Caucasian) and am either a first generation college graduate or from an economically disadvantaged background, am I eligible to apply?

Yes. Individuals who are first generation college graduates and/or from economically disadvantaged backgrounds are eligible to apply.

4. How do I determine if I am from an economically disadvantaged background?

Only U.S. citizens, non-citizen nationals, or an individual lawfully admitted for permanent residence who possesses an Alien Registration Receipt Card (I-151 or I-551), or some other verification of legal admission as a permanent resident prior to the time of award, are eligible for these training awards. Individuals on temporary or student visas are not eligible.

5. If I possess an Alien Registration Receipt Card am I eligible to apply?

Yes. Individuals must be citizens, non-citizen nationals of the United States or individuals who have been lawfully admitted for permanent residence (i.e., in possession of an Alien Registration Receipt Card).