Kidney STARS (Students and Residents) Application
Applications will open on Wednesday, May 14, 2025. The application deadline is Wednesday, June 18, 2025, at 2:00 p.m. EDT.
The goal of the ASN Kidney Students and Residents (STARS) program is to stimulate interest in nephrology among medical students, residents, and graduate students and to provide the opportunity to explore nephrology careers. The program is for those with an interest in nephrology (who have not yet committed to applying to a nephrology or pediatric nephrology fellowship) and for those with an interest in kidney research.
In addition to tailored events and networking opportunities, this program provides $1,500 travel support and complimentary registration to attend the Annual Meeting during ASN Kidney Week. Watch this video to learn more! Please note: this program is only held in person. By accepting a spot in this program, participants agree to abide by all Health and Safety protocols as set forth by ASN.
Support for Kidney STARS is provided by Vertex Pharmaceuticals and ASN.
Eligibility and Requirements
In order to be eligible to apply for this program, applicants must be:
- A medical student, graduate student, or resident in good standing at the time of ASN Kidney Week.
- Enrolled in an accredited training program or university.
- Interested in pursuing a career in nephrology.
- Able to attend the entire meeting and all program events.
- Able to provide a CV.
- Able to provide an institutional letter verifying status. This letter must verify that you are an active medical student, graduate student, or resident. For graduate students, the letter must state that you have passed your qualifying exams (if applicable).
Deadline: Wednesday, June 18, 2025, at 2:00 p.m. EDT.
NOTE: Travel support applicants may apply to any and all travel support opportunities (if eligible); however, only one award will be given per person. All applicants will be notified within eight weeks of the application deadline.
Questions? Email workforce@asn-online.org.