The PREP (Post-Baccalaureate Research Education Program)
is designed to provide mentoring, research skills, coursework and a positive learning environment to recent post-baccalaureate students, who intend to pursue a PhD degree in biomedical science. This program is a unique opportunity students to strengthen their applications to PhD Programs nation-wide by conducting research as laboratory technicians for one year at the University of Chicago and by participating in diverse academic activities that will prepare them to be successful graduate students.
2022-2023 PREP Scholars at ABCRMS
PREP Scholars 2022-23
PREP Symposium 2021
Location
The University of Chicago is located seven miles south of the city center in the community of Hyde Park/Kenwood. The campus is bordered by two major parks and Lake Michigan. The University of Chicago enjoys the juxtaposition of stately gothic buildings and new research buildings furnished with the latest scientific facilities.
The city of Chicago offers endless activities for entertainment and leisure including restaurants, sports, cultural events, and shopping for all tastes and budgets. Many students, staff and faculty live in the neighborhood of Hyde Park where the University of Chicago is located, and walk to campus or use the frequent free shuttle service.