LSAMP-BD:
the strong alternative route to the PhD
There
are a variety of circumstances where a student interested in establishing
a career at the highest levels of science, mathematics, or engineering
may need to earn the MS before beginning a PhD program. California
State University, Los Angeles (Cal State LA) and the National Science
Foundation (NSF) offer exceptional opportunities for students in
chemistry, biochemistry, physics, geology, engineering, environmental
science, mathematics, computer science, biology and microbiology
to first earn the MS at Cal State LA, and then the PhD at top research
institutions throughout the country.
If
you are interested and serious about in earning the PhD, Cal State
LA and the NSF invite you to join us in jump-starting your career
with a two-year, research-intensive MS through the University's
Louis Stokes Alliance for Minority Participation Bridges to the
Doctorate (LSAMP-BD). Cal State LA offers Master of Science degree
programs that are among the strongest on the West Coast. You will
be well prepared for success in top PhD programs by the two-year
Cal State LA MS degree.
what
does the LSAMP-BD program offer?
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A well-structured program of academics, research, and workshops,
including preparation for enhanced GRE performance
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Participation in national and international professional conferences
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Funds for research supplies
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A stipend of $30,000/year for two years
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Payment of tuition and fees, and supplemental health insurance
what
are the minimum requirements for eligibility?
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You participated in an Alliance for Minority Participation project
on your undergraduate campus
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You plan to earn the PhD (NOT medical, dental, or pharmacy degrees)
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You will be enrolled as an MS student at California State University,
Los Angeles for the Fall of 2005. There is still time to apply and
be admitted.
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You have earned a BS in chemistry, biochemistry, physics, geology,
engineering, mathematics, biology, microbiology or a related field
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You are a US citizen or Permanent Resident
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You are Hispanic/Chicano(a)/Latino(a), Native American, African
American, Alaskan Native, or Pacific Islander
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A GPA of 3.0 or higher (2.7 in exceptional cases) in your last 90
quarter (or 60 semester) units.
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We expect you will complete the MS with a 3.5 GPA.
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The GRE. We use the GRE as an indicator of your interest in pursuing
the PhD. No particular score is required. The GRE may be taken after
the application is submitted, but before an interview is granted.
how
do I apply?
Contact
the Minority Opportunities in Research (MORE) Programs Office morepro@calstatela.edu
or call (323) 343-2395 for guidance or additional information.
The
funding for this program is provided by the National Science Foundation
under cooperative agreement number HRD 0331537 and the CSU Chancellor’s
Office.
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