Ruth L. Kirschstein National Research Service Award (NRSA)

Requesting Childcare Costs as of April 8, 2021 

Requesting Childcare Costs, NRSA Fellowship Applications

As previously announced in NOT-OD-21-074,  NIH will provide childcare support to recipients of NRSA fellowships, on or after April 8, 2021. Refer to the updated FAQs on Childcare Costs . For new and administrative supplement applications, all fellowship applicants are required to specify the requested childcare costs in field 28b, PHS Fellowship Supplemental Form. Read more and review screenshots. In Phase 2, a similar cost will be provided (early FY 2022). Additional info and guidance TBA. Watch the recently posted video that provides an overview of these awards. Topics include eligibility, requirements, award types, features of training programs, how to apply, reporting requirements, stipend supplementation, compensation and more. Read NOT-OD-21-049NOT-OD-21-052. Visit the website.