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The BioLAB Program 2026-27

BioLAB Program 2026–27 — 12-month U.S. research traineeships (eligible for Veterinary Medicine students)

BioLAB Program — promo graphic
Source: Fulbright Poland

Call open for the BioLAB 2026–27 by the Polish-U.S. Fulbright Commission: 12-month, lab-based traineeships at leading U.S. universities and institutes.

Why apply?

  • Hands-on research in life sciences, biophysics and medical fields.
  • Annual stipend (taxed in the U.S.); host provides health insurance.
  • Visa process support (J-1/F-1).

Host institutions

  • University of Virginia (Charlottesville)
  • University of Chicago (Chicago)
  • Oklahoma Medical Research Foundation (Oklahoma City)
  • UT Southwestern Medical Center (Dallas)

Who is eligible?

  • Students enrolled in Master’s or PhD programs in Poland (long-cycle programs from year 4 included), with prior lab experience.
  • Veterinary Medicine students — both Polish- and English-taught programs at FVM SGGW — are eligible to apply (if other BioLAB criteria are met).
  • International students studying in Poland (English Division) may apply, provided they meet BioLAB’s formal requirements.

Timeline (at a glance)

  • Application deadline: 2 February 2026, 3:00 PM (CET).
  • March 2026: interviews (on-site or online).
  • Start in the U.S.: early July 2026 (no later than 15 July).

Required documents (single PDF, in English)

  • CV (template), transcript, personal statement (template), home-university consents (templates), list of preferred projects, and two reference letters (sent by referees).

Please always refer to the organizer’s website for authoritative and up-to-date details (criteria, documents, projects, deadlines).