Graduate Fellowships
Funding for master's SEO scholars
The SEO Master's Scholar Award application is for incoming and current master's students at San Francisco State University majoring in Biology, Chemistry and Biochemistry, Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics or Physics. This single application will be used to select students for the Genentech Foundation (GF) MS Scholars Program and Bristol Myers-Squibb Tomorrow's Innovators STEM Scholarship (BMS STEM).
| Graduate programs | ||
|---|---|---|
| Program | Director | Contact |
| Genentech Foundation (GF) MS Scholars | Frank Bayliss | fbayl@sfsu.edu |
| Bristol Myers-Squibb STEM (BMS STEM) MS Scholars | Megumi Fuse | fuse@sfsu.edu |
Applying for SEO
Incoming and current graduate students can apply for the SEO Master's Scholar Award via Academic Works. The application opens December 1 and closes mid-March.
Graduate student SEO programs
Genentech Foundation (GF) MS Scholars Program
Purpose:
To recruit students from underrepresented groups, including those from underrepresented ethnic groups, first generation college students, low income students, and students with disabilities to prepare them for biomedical careers by providing academic support and a stimulating research experience. The goal of the program is to prepare each participant for entrance into and completion of a competitive graduate program.
- $2,000 monthly stipend plus in-state tuition
- Weekly colloquium
- Summer and academic year research
- Graduate placement activities
- Travel to a major scientific meeting to share research results
Applicant eligibility:
- Must be an SF State student (or currently applying to become one)
- Must be a U.S. citizen, permanent resident, or have DACA or AB540 status
- Must commit to research for one year or more
Bristol Myers-Squibb Tomorrow's Innovators STEM Scholarship (BMS STEM)
Purpose:
This program is designed to prepare SFSU students for STEM research careers by providing a stimulating research environment with academic and financial support. No research experiences required and no minimum GPA, just a passion for STEM.
Program Highlights:
- $24,000/year plus in-state tuition
- Weekly colloquium
- Summer and academic year research
- Graduate placement activities
- Travel to a major scientific meeting to share research results
Applicant eligibility:
- Must be a SF State student (or are currently applying to become one)
- Must be a U.S. citizen, permanent resident, or have DACA or AB540 status
- Must commit to research for one year or more