Eligibility

• Possess Underrepresented Minority Status
• Beginning Junior Year
  (Completed approximately 60-65 credits)
• GPA 3.3 or Higher
• Must be a U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident
• Enrolled Full time at FIU in the Natural Sciences, Physical Sciences or Behavioral Psychology
• Have a strong desire to pursue a career in biomedical or behavioral sciences research (Ph.D. or M.D. /Ph.D.)

NOTE:

• This program requires a two year commitment
• Students must be enrolled full time during Fall/Spring Semesters
• Student must attend at least one Summer Research Experience

Program Benefits

• Monthly Stipend
• Tuition Waiver
• Funded Travel to National Scientific Meetings
• Summer Research Opportunities
• Work in Research Laboratories
• Participation in our Annual Mini-Symposium
• Participation in Special Skills Workshops