Stipend
Fellows' Career Development
Stipend
Fellows' Career Development
Stipends for fellows at the NIH are adjusted yearly and set by the Scientific Directors. See below for the most current stipend levels.
Stipend/Salary
Postdoctoral IRTA and Visiting Fellow Stipend Levels – effective May 1, 2023
Postdoctoral IRTA and Visiting Fellow Stipend Levels for NIEHS
| Experience | Initial Stipend | Second Year | Third Year | Fourth Year | Fifth Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0-1 year | $67,200 | $71,550 | $75,400 | $81,000 | $84,450 |
| 1-2 years | $71,550 | $75,400 | $81,000 | $84,450 | $88,600 |
| 2-3 years | $75,400 | $81,000 | $84,450 | $88,600 | $94,150 |
| 3-4 years | $81,000 | $84,450 | $88,600 | $94,150 | $97,650 |
| 4-5 years | $84,450 | $88,600 | $94,150 | $97,650 | $103,600 |
| 5-6 years* | $88,600 | $94,150 | $97,650 | $103,600 | $107,100 |
| 6-7 years* | $94,150 | $97,650 | $103,600 | $107, 100 | $111,050 |
* Used for fellows with an M.D. or similar professional degree to give credit for internship/residency years (for U.S. credentials only).
Predoctoral (Graduate Student) IRTA and Visiting Fellow Stipend Levels - effective May 1, 2023
Predoctoral IRTA and Visiting Fellow Stipend Ranges for All Localities
| Postbaccalaureate Education or Training Completed Upon Activation of Award* | Initial Stipend | Second Year | Third Year | Fourth Year | Fifth Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0-1 year | $46,100 | $55,400 | $57,300 | $59,300 | $59,300 |
| 1-2 years | $48,300 | $55,400 | $57,300 | $59,300 | $59,300 |
| 2-3 years | $50,400 | $55,400 | $57,300 | $59,300 | $59,300 |
| > 3 years | $50,400 | $55,400 | $57,300 | $59,300 | $59,300 |
STIPENDS NTE $59,300
* Postbaccalaureate education or training completed upon activation of award can include relevant full-time/equivalent postbaccalaureate research experiences, professional, medical, and graduate school enrollment. If someone has, e.g., 1 year plus 3 months of education or training, he/she should receive the 1-2 year stipend.
Postbaccalaureate IRTA Stipend Levels - effective May 1, 2023
Postbaccalaureate IRTA Stipend Ranges for All Localities
| Degree | Years of Experience | Initial Stipend | Second Year | Third Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor’s | 0-1 year | $41,700 | $52,600 | $54,900 |
| 1-2 years | $43,900 | $52,600 | $54,900 | |
| 2+ years | $46,100 | $52,600 | $54,900 | |
| Master's | Not Applicable | $48,600 | $60,200 | $62,500 |
Student IRTA Stipend Levels - effective May 1, 2023
Student IRTA Stipend Levels for All Localities
| Education Level Completed | Monthly Stipend | |
|---|---|---|
| High School | Before Graduation | $2,530 |
| After Graduation | $2,840 | |
| Undergraduate | After 1 year | $3,010 |
| After 2 years | $3,150 | |
| After 3 years or > | $3,310 | |
| Graduate | Less than 1 year | $3,480 |
| After 1 year | $3,660 | |
| After 2 years | $3,910 | |
| After 3 years or > | $4,190 | |
Note about Stipends
If you are appointed as an IRTA/CRTA, you are a trainee and not an employee.
- Your stipend will be reported on a form 1099G.
- No FICA (Social Security/Medicare/Medicaid) taxes will be deducted from your stipend.
- No income taxes, Federal or state, will be withheld.
- You will be responsible for filing Federal and state income tax returns. This means you should (1) save some funds to pay your taxes and (2) file estimated tax returns.
If you are a Research or Clinical Fellow, you are an employee, and your wages will be reported on a W2 form.
If you are a Visiting Fellow, your tax status will depend on your citizenship. Please consult with the NIH Division of International Services.
