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ADEPT supports part-time PhD students (enrolled in fewer than eight credits) in the translational, biomedical research workforce who are committed to improving health for all. Through a structured, cohort-based model, ADEPT offers mentoring, community, and resources to promote students’ well-being, professional growth, and academic success while navigating the unique challenges of part-time doctoral training.

The ADEPT program includes:

  • A supportive cohort experience that fosters community, accountability, and peer learning
  • Individualized mentoring aligned with scholars’ academic goals and career pathways
  • Regular mentor meetings coordinated with graduate advisors to reinforce scholarly progress and professional development
  • Financial support, including a scholarship and travel funds.

The ADEPT Pathway Program invites candidates from across a wide spectrum of disciplines who meet the eligibility requirements to apply.

How to Apply

For details about eligibility, program expectations, and application materials, please refer to the ADEPT Funding Opportunity page.

 

Funding for ADEPT was provided by the UW School of Medicine and Public Health (SMPH) from the Wisconsin Partnership Program through a strategic grant administered by the SMPH Office of Basic Research, Biotechnology and Graduate Studies.


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Funding Opportunities

Refer to the link below for additional funding and application details.

ADEPT Scholarship 

  • $4,000 awarded per semester (fall, spring, and summer) 
  • Awarded via the Wisconsin Scholarship Hub (WiSH)  
  • Applied to the student’s tuition bill via the Bursar’s Office  
  • Any leftover funds from the semester will be refunded to the student to use for other academic or research expenses.

ADEPT Travel Funds 

  • Email Amy Filut for the ADEPT Travel Funds request form.
  • Submit a description of the event, what you will be presenting, and an estimated budget (e.g., registration, travel, lodging, per diem) to Amy Filut  
  • Amy will review the submission with Michelle Chui 

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Our Team

Michelle Chui
Director, Community & Collaboration Component; ADEPT Lead
Amy Filut
Administrative Manager, Pathway Program

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