Caltech is excited to announce two summer research
opportunities available to continuing undergraduate students. Questions about
these programs can be directed to Carol Casey at casey@caltech.edu or (626) 395-2887.
MURF UNDERGRADUATE RESEARCH FELLOWSHIPS
The MURF program aims to increase the participation of
underrepresented students (such as African American, Hispanic, and Native
American, females who are underrepresented in their discipline, or
first-generation college students) in science and engineering Ph.D. or M.D./Ph.D.
programs and to make Caltech's programs more visible to students not
traditionally exposed to Caltech.
Eligibility: Students must be current sophomores through
non-graduating seniors and must be U.S. citizens or U.S. permanent residents. A
minimum GPA of 3.2 is required.
Competitive applicants will have completed
sophomore-level courses in desired research field, have demonstrated through
academic and/or co-curricular activities a passion for research, and can
articulate how their research interests align with Caltech's research areas.
The most competitive applicants will have had prior research experience.
Support: MURF students will receive a $6000 award for the
ten-week program.
An additional $500 housing and travel supplement will be
provided.
Application: Online Applications are due January 9, 2013.
For more information, please visit www.murf.caltech.edu
AMGEN SCHOLARS PROGRAM
Caltech's Amgen Scholars Program is geared towards
students in biology, chemistry, and biotechnology fields. Some of these fields
include biology, biochemistry, bioengineering, chemical and biomolecular
engineering, and chemistry.
Eligibility: Students must be current sophomores through
non-graduating seniors, must be attending a four-year university, and must be
U.S. citizens or U.S. permanent residents. A minimum GPA of 3.2 is required.
Support: Amgen Scholars will receive a $5500 award,
round-trip air transportation, a generous housing allowance, and a food
allowance.
Application: Online applications are due February 15,
2013.
For more information, please visit www.amgenscholars.caltech.edu
