Applying to the CIP

See Step 3 below for links to the Application forms

Application Deadline

CIP Application Standard Deadline is October 31, 2023

We now welcome applications for CIP throughout the year. However, if you plan to start the program on July 1, 2024, we highly recommend submitting your application no later than the standard deadline of October 31, 2023.

Understanding that there may be valid reasons for delayed application submissions, we do consider such cases on an individual basis, providing admission spots continue to be available. However, it's important to note that February 28, 2024 is the absolute final deadline for submitting applications for a July 1, 2024 program start. There are no exceptions beyond this date. Waiting until closer to this ultimate February deadline significantly increases the likelihood of all positions being filled. To improve your chances of acceptance, we strongly encourage you to submit your application by the October deadline.

The CIP Application Process

Please read the FAQs for answers to common questions.

  1. Schedule a chat with the CIP Program Admin

    • Schedule an in-person or Zoom meeting with the CIP Program Admin to discuss the program, questions and your goals by emailing cip@ucalgary.ca . These meetings are informal (yet informative) chats, our Admin expects that you are just beginning to think about doing research so it's never too early to schedule this meeting.
       
    • NOTE: A followup meeting with you, your Supervisor and the CIP Program Director is required before submitting your application. This second meeting will help you clarify your supervisory and project goals.
  2. Review other relevant CIP documents

  3. You're Ready to Apply!

    Ensure that you have had a meeting with the CIP Program Director and your Supervisor prior to submitting your application.

    Use the Checklist for the CIP application, page 2 of the Main Application Form, to make sure you have fulfilled all requirements and submitted all required documentation.

    Download and complete the Application Forms (note that the submission instructions have changed as of Sept 13, 2023)

    You will also need to submit copies of the relevant Canadian Common CV (CCV)

    • For Supervisor's CCV, use CIHR format, either Academic or Project Biosketch
    • For Resident Candidate CCV, use CIHR format, Academic. If you don't yet have a CCV, now is a good time to begin preparing one.
  4. Funding

    All CIPs are required to apply for external funding, and part of the application asks where you are considering applying for that funding.

    Not sure where to begin?

    • Check HERE for potential sources of funding (grants, studentships)