If you are an undergraduate who is interested in pursuing a graduate degree in psychology,
please read on for important information!
Students in the APA/NIGMS Scholars Program receive:
- Pairing with a faculty mentor who will guide you through the research process
- GRE preparation
- Financial assistance with graduate school applications
- Career guidance
- Opportunities to travel to local & national conferences to present your research
- Increased
chances of
being accepted to a graduate program in psychology!
Requirements:
- Minimum 3.0 GPA
- Must demonstrate a strong desire to pursue a career in psychology
- Must be available to spend 5-8
hours per week on research
- Must be available on Fridays or be able to attend occasional meetings on Fridays, as this is when most program functions will take place
- African-American, Asian-American, Hispanic/Latino, Native American, or Pacific Islander students are eligible for funding
- Any major is eligible
to
apply!
To apply for the APA/NIGMS program, you need to do the following:
- Write a one-page TYPED personal statement about why you are interested in psychology, why you would like to participate in the APA/NIGMS Program, your plans for graduate education, your future career goals, and any significant obstacles you have overcome in life.
- Fill out the application, which is available by clicking here.
- Please return the completed
application to the Psychology Department office, SBS A336.
- For any questions regarding the application or process, contact the Co-Team Leaders (Dr. Carrier, SBS G309 & Dr. Davis, SBS A339) or the graduate assistant, Julie Mojica.
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Last Updated 09/01/06