Financial Information
General information
Financing for the Doris Duke Clinical Research Fellowship Program is shared by the Doris Duke Charitable Foundation and the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine.
Stipend
The fellowship provides students with a 12-month stipend of $27,000.
The fellowship is paid as a monthly stipend and is subject to federal but not state tax. Although no taxes are withheld, fellows are expected to file quarterly estimated taxes.
The interpretation and implementation of tax laws is the domain of the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) and the courts. For further information, contact the IRS or a tax professional.
Tuition, Health Insurance, and Research-Related Expenses
The fellowship covers the cost of tuition for the courses required to earn the Certificate in Clinical Research in the School of Medicine. It also covers health insurance and support for student fees and other program costs.
Reimbursement for Travel and Business Expenses
The fellowship reimburses students for travel and business expenses that have been preapproved by the associate program leader and that comply with applicable University policies. Fellows are encouraged to present the results of their clinical research studies at scientific conferences and professional meetings nationally.
