- Who is eligible for CRISSP?
All full-time sophomores, juniors, and seniors graduating in the Spring are eligible provided that they:
- Are currently enrolled full-time in a 4 year accredited college or university at the time of application
- Have a minimum 3.3 overall GPA
- Are interested in research related to child health and wellness
- Are U.S. citizens or legal permanent residents
Please Note: Freshman are not eligible to apply
- Are there any exceptions to the minimum GPA requirement?
Due to the high volume of applications, no exceptions will be made to any eligibility criteria, including GPA. You are required to have a minimum 3.3 overall GPA. Please do not round up (for example: If you have a 3.27, you are not eligible for CRISSP). GPAs reported on the application form are verified by the transcripts. Ineligible applications will not be reviewed.
- My school year overlaps with the program dates. Am I eligible for the program?
Unfortunately CRISSP start and end dates are fixed. Students must attend orientation on June 5 and train full time until the program ends on August 11, 2023. Participation in all CRISSP events are required. Admissions staff reserve the right to reject any application due to missing any portion of the program.
- I’m a freshman, am I eligible to apply to CRISSP?
Unfortunately, freshman are not eligible for CRISSP.
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While it is my first semester on campus taking classes, the amount of credits I have earned is equivalent to that of a college sophomore. Am I eligible for CRISSP?
No. Eligible students are required to have completed at least one full year at their college or university.
- Are students pursuing a degree other than a 4-year bachelor degree eligible for CRISSP?
To be eligible for CRISSP applicants must be enrolled full time in a 4-year bachelor’s degree program. Students working towards Associates degrees, PharmD, or other graduate degrees are not eligible. If you are uncertain about your eligibility please contact us at
CRISSP@chop.edu before applying. Ineligible applications will not be reviewed.
- I'm graduating from college in the Spring, can I still apply?
Yes, full-time seniors graduating in the Spring are eligible to apply. Students in high school, post baccalaureate programs, and medical school are not eligible. Ineligible applications will not be reviewed.
- I am currently working in the lab of a CRISSP faculty mentor. Can I select this mentor when applying to the program and continue my work as part of CRISSP?
Students may not select their mentor. To avoid any bias in the selection process, prior relationships (professional or personal) with selected faculty are discouraged. Any prior relationship must be disclosed to the CRISSP Advisory Committee, who will consider this when assigning selected students to mentors.
- When is the application deadline?
Application deadline is 11:59pm (ET) Tuesday, January 31, 2023.
- Can I e-mail or fax my application?
Applications must be sent electronically via the application link on the CRISSP website. Due to a high volume of applications, emails, faxes and standard mail cannot be accepted.
- I have attended classes at more than one undergraduate institution. Which transcript should I include with my application?
Please include your most complete transcript which provides the most comprehensive review of the classes you have taken. If you are invited to interview, you may be required to provide additional transcripts.
- What should I put as my Major GPA if I have not taken any major courses?
If you have not declared a major, enter your Overall GPA as your Major GPA.
- I have a double major. How should I list my GPA in my major?
Please provide the average GPA based on all classes in both majors.
- How are transcripts submitted?
Transcripts must be uploaded into your application per the instructions on the application form. We cannot accept transcripts via fax, email, or regular mail. Please work with your school's Registrar and IT departments directly if you are unsure how to upload these documents.
- How many recommendations do I need? How are they submitted?
Each applicant must provide two letters of recommendation. Letters may be from an academic, professional or personal reference. Recommendation letters must be uploaded through the link sent via email to your recommenders. Letters of recommendation will not be accepted via email, fax, or any other method.
- How do I verify my recommendation letter has been submitted by a recommender?
To confirm your letter of recommendation has been successfully uploaded, please log back in to your application portal and click "Add or Edit Recommendation Requests." Here you can check the status of a recommendation request and resend the email request to your recommender if needed.
- Can I submit more than two letters of recommendation?
No, you can only submit two letters.
- Is there a preference on whether we submit a CV or a resume? Is there any limit on the length that this document should be?
It is your choice to send either a CV or resume. We accept both. There is no limitation on the length of your document.
- How does the selection process work?
The selection process is as follows:
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Your complete application will be reviewed by CRISSP faculty.
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Applicants will be notified if selected for an interview. Selected candidates will complete interviews with their prospective faculty mentor.
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Formal offers will be extended in March. Notifications will also be sent to those not selected for this year's program.
- Can I pick the research group I would like to work with?
Applicants will select the track that most interests them when completing the application. Selected students will be assigned to a mentor within the selected research track. Please check the faculty tab of the CRISSP website for track descriptions and faculty listings.
- If I'm not accepted, can I apply again next year?
We encourage all students to re-apply, if eligible.
- Do I need clearances to apply for CRISSP?
You are not required to have clearances when applying to CRISSP. If selected to participate in the program, credentialing and obtaining clearances will be part of onboarding.
