We are pleased to announce that we are now accepting applications for the Amgen Scholars Program, a summer research program at UCLA. This program provides research experiences at 10 universities across the country for students interested in pursuing a Ph.D. and, eventually, a career in science. At UCLA, 24 undergraduates will participate in the Amgen Scholars Program during the Summer of 2011. Of these, 12 will be students selected from 4-year institutions across the nation, and 12 students will be from UCLA.
During the summer, the Amgen Scholars will participate in research projects; attend scientific seminars (including a 3-day conference in Los Angeles) and work under some of the nation’s top academic scientists. The Program dates will be from Sunday, June 19, 2011 to Friday, August 26, 2011. Students interested in summer research in any area of biomedical science, chemistry, bioengineering or chemical engineering are encouraged to apply. The Program also includes a $3500 Stipend, housing and some meals provided, a three-day Biotechnology Conference at UCLA, GRE test preparation, luncheons with faculty, workshops, scientific writing instruction, seminars, and poster presentations.
In order to apply, students must be:
- Undergraduates enrolled in four-year colleges and universities in the U.S., Puerto Rico and other U.S. territories.
- Sophomores (with 4 quarters or 3 semesters of college experience), Juniors and non-graduating Seniors (who are returning in the fall to continue their undergraduate experience).
- A U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident.
- A student with a cumulative G.P.A. of 3.2 or above.
- Interested in pursuing a Ph.D.
The deadline to apply is February 1, 2011. The application is currently available online. For more information regarding the program and the application process please visit:
http://www.ugeducation.ucla.edu/urc-care/AmgenSupplApplication.htm
To learn more about all ten U.S. Amgen Scholars Programs, please visit: http://www.amgenscholars.com/
Thank you for providing this information to your faculty and students. Attached is a flyer for the program; please feel free to distribute this as well. We look forward to receiving applications from your students.
Sincerely,
Tama Hasson, Ph.D.
Director, Undergraduate Research Center – Sciences, UCLA
Director, UCLA Amgen Scholars Program
