University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign’s Bioengineering Graduate Programs

The University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign’s Department of Bioengineering is currently accepting applications for their bioengineering graduate programs for Fall 2021. These programs welcome students from all academic backgrounds with strong foundations in math and science. Applications are due by December 15, 2020. Apply here.

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Vanderbilt’s Quantitative and Chemical Biology Graduate Program

Vanderbilt’s Quantitative and Chemical Biology (QCB) Graduate Program is recruiting individuals from quantitative STEM disciplines who are interested in biomedical research. This program offers full financial support that covers tuition, fees, health insurance, a competitive stipend, and a first-day bonus. If you have performed any research, there is no application fee and GRE scores are optional. If interested, apply here by January 1st, 2021.

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CUNY Biochemistry PhD Information Session

The City University of New York is holding an information session about their Biochemistry PhD program. The university is currently recruiting interested students for the class of Fall 2021.

This event will give students the opportunity to:

  • learn more about the City University of New York’s Biochemistry PhD program
  • learn how to create a competitive application and personal statement
  • ask questions to City University of New York faculty and students
  • learn about research being conducted at the City University of New York

The information session will be held via Zoom on Friday, November 13 from 1:00pm-3:00pm EST. If you are interested, register here for the event by November 10th.

For more information:

  • check out this flyer for the event
  • check out this brochure for their Biochemistry PhD program
  • find more about the Biochemistry PhD program on the website

Graduate Studies at the Institute for Shock Physics

At Washington State University, graduate students from a variety of disciplines have the opportunity to study the response of materials to extreme conditions at the Institute for Shock Physics (ISP). While studying in relevant departments (physics, chemistry, materials science, mechanical engineering, and geo/planetary science), students may conduct their PhD research at ISP. Conducting research at ISP gives students the opportunity to:

  • participate in innovative, multidisciplinary research alongside internationally renowned scientists
  • grow in independent thinking skills and hands-on experience
  • access the Department of Energy National Laboratories
  • work in state-of-the-art facilities, including the Dynamic Compression Sector located at the Advanced Photon Source

ISP offers students the chance to become well educated and rigorously trained to move on to a successful professional career. ISP students are known to become leaders in the field. Scholarships and financial support are available for outstanding students.

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Texas A&M University-Commerce Masters Programs

If you are graduating this fall and are uncommitted to a graduate program, consider attending Texas A&M University-Commerce. Graduating chemistry and biochemistry undergraduates interested in chemical or biochemical research are invited to apply. Texas A&M University-Commerce offers a variety of Masters programs to fit students’ needs:

  • Track I with Thesis: Professional Chemistry Track
  • Track I without Thesis: Professional Chemistry Track
  • Track II: Professional Chemical Business Track
  • Track III: Professional Chemical Education Track

M.S. graduates from Texas A&M University-Commerce have worked in industry and chemical education, while others are continuing to pursue Ph.D. or M.D. degrees. Applications for graduate assistantships are currently being accepted for Spring 2021 so apply now.

For more information:

  • Check out this flyer.
  • Find ongoing research projects here.
  • Contact Dr. Laurence Angel at Laurence.Angel@tamuc.edu.
  • See more faculty contacts here.

 

UK Fellowships Information Sessions

 

Are you OSU’s next Rhodes Scholar?

These highly prestigious national fellowships fund two years of graduate study in the United Kingdom.  Eligible students are current juniors, graduating seniors, or recent graduates with exceptional academic records, extensive leadership experience, and a demonstrated commitment to public service.

Information sessions are:

  • Monday 1/29 from 12:00-1:00pm in Kuhn Honors and Scholars Center 201
  • Thursday 2/1 from 3:00-4:00pm in Kuhn Honors and Scholars Center 102
  • Tuesday 2/6 from 5:00-6:00pm in Kuhn Honors and Scholars Center 102

The faculty selection committee will nominate the most competitive applicants to represent the university on the national level.  Please contact the Undergraduate Fellowship Office at fellowships@osu.edu with any questions.