The Pelotonia Scholars Program started in 2010 and is funded through the generosity of Pelotonia, a Columbus based organization whose mission is to engage, inspire, and challenge a community committed to change the world by accelerating innovative cancer research.
The awards are made by a Pelotonia Scholar Award Committee that oversees the program and includes some of Ohio State’s most distinguished basic, translational and clinical researchers from many disciplines.
Policies and Instructions for How to Apply
| Application Cycle | Jan. 15-Feb. 15 | June 15-July 15 |
|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate | X | |
| Graduate | X | X |
| Medical | X | |
| Postdoctoral | X | X |
| Award Begins | June 1 or Aug. 15 | Jan. 1 |
The former Pelotonia Fellowship program was re-named The Pelotonia Scholars program in late 2022. The program’s intent, rigor and prestige remain. The OSUCCC – James and Pelotonia are committed to funding the next generation of scientists to bring us closer to a cancer-free world.