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Beckman Scholars Program
Opens Jan 8 2026 09:00 AM (EST)
Deadline Feb 8 2026 11:59 PM (EST)
Description

The Beckman Scholars Program gives high-performing undergraduate students in the fields of biomedical sciences, biology, chemistry, and neuroscience the opportunity to conduct independent laboratory research under the mentorship of select, expert faculty mentors. 

Eligibility:

  • First-, second-, or third-year, full-time, regularly enrolled undergraduates in good academic standing. While prior research experience is not required, competitive candidates must be deeply curious, motivated, and eager to develop their STEM knowledge and skills. Top candidates will also demonstrate evidence of leadership, maturity, and perseverance.
  • Majoring (or intending to major) in Bioengineering, Biology, Chemical and Biological Engineering, Chemistry, Earth and Environmental Sciences, or Neuroscience
  • Intending to pursue an advanced science or engineering degree (PhD, MD, or MD/PhD) and a research-focused career
  • United States citizens, permanent residents of the United States or its possessions
  • Committed to conducting research full-time (40hrs/week) over two consecutive summers and part-time (~10hrs/week) during the intervening academic year

*Please note: this application is not mobile-friendly and should only be accessed using a computer web browser.*

Beckman Scholars Program


The Beckman Scholars Program gives high-performing undergraduate students in the fields of biomedical sciences, biology, chemistry, and neuroscience the opportunity to conduct independent laboratory research under the mentorship of select, expert faculty mentors. 

Eligibility:

  • First-, second-, or third-year, full-time, regularly enrolled undergraduates in good academic standing. While prior research experience is not required, competitive candidates must be deeply curious, motivated, and eager to develop their STEM knowledge and skills. Top candidates will also demonstrate evidence of leadership, maturity, and perseverance.
  • Majoring (or intending to major) in Bioengineering, Biology, Chemical and Biological Engineering, Chemistry, Earth and Environmental Sciences, or Neuroscience
  • Intending to pursue an advanced science or engineering degree (PhD, MD, or MD/PhD) and a research-focused career
  • United States citizens, permanent residents of the United States or its possessions
  • Committed to conducting research full-time (40hrs/week) over two consecutive summers and part-time (~10hrs/week) during the intervening academic year

*Please note: this application is not mobile-friendly and should only be accessed using a computer web browser.*

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Opens
Jan 8 2026 09:00 AM (EST)
Deadline
Feb 8 2026 11:59 PM (EST)
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