Beckman Scholars Program

Laura McCabe (Director) with Beckman Scholars Sarah Mclaughlin, Jacob Gibson and Cassie Benjamin

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MSU's Beckman Scholars program is looking for the most talented undergraduates at MSU to nurture as research scientists through quality mentoring, unique research experiences, and academic recognition. Research will be conducted in one of four areas:

Beckman Mentors (11 faculty) and their research teams will prepare Beckman Scholars for a modern research environment that requires teamwork and multidisciplinary expertise. Innovative and exceptional training experiences will set MSU Beckman Scholars apart and make them strong candidates for graduate and professional programs.

Scholars will receive two years of support to cover training: a stipend of $6,800 for full time summer research and $4,600 for research during the academic year plus funds ($2,800) for travel to a national research society meeting and travel twice to the national Beckman Scholar meeting in California at the Beckman Institute. Selected scholars will start research training on June 1, 2016 and will need to submit a research proposal by the beginning of Spring semester 2017.

Detailed information on the MSU Beckman Scholars Program, current scholars and news is avalable on the Beckman Scholars Program website.

Applicant Qualifications

Majoring in the College of Natural Science in chemistry, biochemistry, biology, microbiology, neuroscience, or other biomedical science.
Expecting to graduate in 2018 (ie: sophomore status).
Prior research experience.
A GPA of 3.5 or greater though students with GPAs between 3.2 – 3.5 with exceptional research credentials will be considered.

To Apply:

Complete online application below before February 22, 2016, including:
- Student general information.
- GPA and permission to review academic record.
- Student curriculum vitae/biosketch.
- A less than 500 word essay on how research has impacted your experience at MSU and what you hope to gain by participating in the Beckman Scholar Program.
Have a faculty member, that you have done research with, submit a recommendation letter to NatSci4u@cns.msu.edu before February 22, 2016.

Finalists

Finalists will be contacted by the College of Natural Science Deans Office to request their availability for an interview with the selection committee. Candidates must respond to this survey in order to be considered. During the interview candidates will have a maximum of 5 minutes and 5 slides (i.e., Powerpoint) to discuss their research; this will be followed by 10-15 minutes of questions/discussion.

Beckman Scholars Application

Asterisk (*) indicates required form fields.

First Name

Last Name

Email Address

MSU Net ID

Cell Phone

Current Address

Current City, State, Zip

Summer 2016 Address

Where you will receive mail May, 2016 - August, 2016

Same as current address (skip to permanent home address section)

Summer Address

Summer City, State, Zip

Permanent Home Address

Same as summer address (skip to academic information section)

Permanent Home Address

Permanent Home City, State, Zip

Overall Grade Point Average (GPA)

Science Grade Point Average (GPA)

Associated College(s) (check all that apply)

College of Natural Science

Honors College

Other

Permission to Review Academic Record

The Beckman Scholar Review Board has permission to review my academic records in consideration for me to become a Beckman Scholar.

Reference Name (person submitting reference letter)

Email Address of Reference

Attach CV: Include past jobs and intern history (including responsibilities in positions), honors and awards, extracurricular activities and other experiences.

Essay

Enter in the box below your less than 500 word essay on how research has impacted your experience at MSU and what you hope to gain by participating in the Beckman Scholar Program.