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ICARE Benefits and Funding
Stipend funds: Participants will receive a $36,650 per year salary plus benefits

ICARE fellows will be required to work year-round as research post-baccalaureates devoting approximately 75% of their time to research and broadening their knowledge with the other 25% of their time for further professional development, career coaching, and programmatic commitments.
Travel and supply funds: up to $3,000 per year per ICARE fellow
Funds are allocated for research supplies or to travel to a scientific meeting to present your research, network with students and faculty from other institutions, and serve as ambassadors for ICARE with your peers.
Professional development:

The ICARE program will facilitate monthly professional development opportunities for its fellows including career coaching and advice on graduate school applications.
Housing resources:
Insurance for Health Science Majors:
Two different health plans for ICARE fellows to chose from and one dental plan, available through University of Iowa Human Resources.