The Harvard Program in Neuroscience Post-Baccalaureate program
Application for the 2027-2029 cohort will open in early November.
The Harvard Program in Neuroscience Post-Baccalaureate (PiNBAC) program is a training program housed in the Department of Neurobiology for recent college graduates interested in applying to PhD programs in the neurosciences. PiNBAC offers longitudinal science curriculum, individualized professional development, and assistance in graduate applications. The overall mission of PiNBAC is to support educational activities that encourage individuals from all backgrounds to pursue further studies or careers in research.
Preparing talented students for graduate school
ProgramDuration
2 Years
Key Dates
Monday, November 2, 2026: Expected PiNBAC Application launch date
Friday, January 15, 2027, 11:59PM EST: Application Due
Friday, January 29, 2027. 11:59PM EST: Letters of Recommendation Due
Opportunities to Meet PiNBAC
October 13, 5-6:30PM EST: PiN Admissions Open House (PiNBAC will present and answer questions for a portion of the event) Register here
November 14-17, 12-2PM: Society for Neuroscience (SfN) Graduate School Fair (PiNBAC will be represented at Harvard Program in Neuroscience booth)
December 2, 5-7PM EST: Harvard Summer and Postbac Programs Virtual Open House (Registration Link coming soon)
December 18, 12-1:00PM EST: PiNBAC Virtual Open House (Registration link coming soon)
Program Outcomes Summary
Data collected from an anonymous post- PiNBAC survey
100% of trainees say that they benefitted from the PiNBAC program
Majority of trainees strongly agree that they can do excellent work in any lab they join throughout their career
Majority of trainees strongly agree that the PiNBAC program helped them achieve the next step towards their career goals
Survey Testimonials
“This program has been essential to my success in pursuing graduate school. I am so grateful for everything from the PiNBAC team!”
“This program has really helped advance my career and helped me get into places I never imaged. Thank you so much and keep up with the great work!”
“Overall, I have really enjoyed my experience in PiNBAC and am extremely grateful for it! I am excited for what my future in research will look like as a result of the amazing experiences I have had during these 2 years.”
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Funding & Support
The research and activities on this website are supported by the following:
Grant from the David and Lucile Packard Foundation
Generous contributions from Tom Roberts and Susan DaSilva
Department of Neurobiology at Harvard Medical School
The Program in Neuroscience at Harvard University
National Institute of Neurological Discorders and Stroke of the National Institutes of Health under Award Number R25NS130945