Epidemiology

The Columbia University Psychiatric Epidemiology Training Program routinely reviews applications each spring with a deadline of December 1. The earliest date for funding is July 1, with a usual start date of September 1.

Download PET program application (PDF).

Important Notice for Predoctoral Applicants

• Predoctoral students should apply to the doctoral program when they apply to the PET program.
• Applicants must be U.S. citizens or permanent resident aliens.

Stipends

The current funding level for predoctoral fellows is $21,600 per year.

Postdoctoral stipends depend on the number of years of experience since receiving a PhD or MD:

Additionally, the program offers tuition benefits for courses at Columbia University for predoctoral students with limited support for postdocs. Fellows typically receive a modest travel allowance, contingent upon the budget, to facilitate attendance at professional meetings outside of New York City.

The program also provides health coverage for trainees through the University’s Student Health System.