List of ABMGG Laboratory Genetics and Genomics (LGG) Fellowship Programs Accepting Applicants for 2026
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- May 27
- 3 min read
Updated: Jul 11
It is an application season again. Ready for applying the LGG fellowship programs? Please check out this list of fellowship programs accepting applicants for 2026.
The ABMGG Laboratory Genetics and Genomics (LGG) fellowship application cycle for 2026 has just opened, and aspiring fellows are now gearing up to find the perfect program to advance their careers in laboratory genetics and genomics. If you're looking to specialize in this dynamic and evolving field, these fellowship programs should be on your radar. Below, we've compiled a list of ABMGG laboratory genetics and genomics fellowship programs that are currently accepting applications for the 2026 cycle.
Typically, most fellowship programs accept applications a year before the fellowship program start date. So, the following programs are looking for candidates who will start their fellowship program in 2026. The application deadline shown in the table is the date in 2025 (sorted by application deadline).
If you are interested in applying the above programs, here are the websites of the above programs for the details (ex. requirement, application package, how to submit the application, etc).
Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia How to Apply: Visit CHOP Genetics Fellowship
UCLA David Geffen School of Medicine How to Apply: Visit UCLA Genetics Fellowship
Greenwood Genetic Center How to Apply: Visit Greenwood Genetics Fellowship
Washington University in St. Louis How to Apply: Visit WashU Genetics Fellowship
Nationwide Children’s Hospital How to Apply: Visit Nationwide Genetics Fellowship
Baylor College of Medicine How to Apply: Visit Baylor Genetics Fellowship
Stanford Health Care How to Apply: Visit Stanford Genetics Fellowship
University of Pittsburgh Medical Center How to Apply: Visit UPMC Genetics Fellowship
University of North Carolina Hospitals How to Apply: Visit UNC Genetics Fellowship
Vanderbilt University Medical Center How to Apply: Visit Vanderbilt Genetics Fellowship
University of California at San Francisco School of Medicine How to Apply: Visit UCSF Genetics Fellowship
Brigham and Women’s Hospital How to Apply: Visit BWH Genetics Fellowship
Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Medical Center How to Apply: Visit Cincinnati Genetics Fellowship
Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science How to Apply: Visit Mayo Clinic Genetics Fellowship
Case Western Reserve University How to Apply: Visit Case Western Genetics Fellowship
Henry Ford Hospital How to Apply: Visit Henry Ford Genetics Fellowship
New York Presbyterian Hospital How to Apply: Visit NYP Genetics Fellowship
University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics How to Apply: Visit Iowa Genetics Fellowship
Duke University Hospital How to Apply: Visit Duke Genetics Fellowship
Children’s Mercy Hospital Program How to Apply: Visit Children’s Mercy Genetics Fellowship
University of Virginia Medical Center How to Apply: Visit UVA Genetics Fellowship
Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine How to Apply: Visit Hopkins Genetics Fellowship
Virginia Commonwealth University Health System How to Apply: Visit VCU Genetics Fellowship
University of Alabama Hospital How to Apply: Visit UAB Genetics Fellowship
Albert Einstein College of Medicine How to Apply: Visit Einstein Genetics Fellowship
*Note: This list only includes programs that have explicitly stated they will accept at least one fellow position for the 2026–2028 academic cycle or that they accept fellows every year. This list could be updated with additional institutions on Sep 1st if there is any update.
**Updated on 7/1/25: Indiana University was removed from the list due to not accepting LGG fellow applications this year.
Tips for a Successful Application
Start Early: Begin preparing your application materials including reference (or letter of recommendation) well in advance of the deadlines.
Tailor Your CV: Highlight relevant experience in clinical genetics and genomics lab.
Strong Letters of Recommendation: Secure letters from mentors who can speak to your qualifications and commitment to the field.
Personal Statement: Craft a compelling narrative about your passion for genetics and genomics and your career goals.
Stay Organized: Keep track of deadlines and required documents for each program.
Applying for a fellowship is a significant step in your career. Make sure to research each program thoroughly and choose the one that best aligns with your professional goals. Good luck with your applications!
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