Bridge to the Doctorate Program

The Alabama Louis Stokes Alliance for Minority Participation (LSAMP) Bridge to the Doctorate (BD) Program is sponsored by the National Science Foundation (NSF). It provides financial support to eligible students for two years of graduate study in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) disciplines.

The goal of the program is to increase the production of new minority Ph.D.s and their entrance into productive faculty or research careers.

AREAS OF SCIENCE, TECHNOLOGY, ENGINEERING, AND MATHEMATICS PH.D. STUDIES AT AUBURN:

• Agricultural Sciences: Agricultural Economics, Animal Sciences, Poultry Science, Entomology, Fisheries and Allied Aquaculture, Forestry, Wildlife Sciences, Horticulture, Nutrition, Food Science, Plant Sciences
• Engineering: Aerospace, Biosystems, Chemical, Civil, Computer Science, Computer, Electrical, Industrial, Systems, Materials, Mechanical, Polymer and Fiber, Software, Wireless
• Life Sciences: Biological Sciences, Biomedical Sciences, Botany, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Zoology
• Mathematical Sciences: Applied Mathematics, Mathematics, Statistics
• Physical Sciences: Biochemistry, Chemistry, Physics

BENEFITS TO FELLOWS:

• $30,000 annual stipend
• Cost-of-education allowance for tuition & fees
• Health insurance
• Mentoring program
• Conference and research travel opportunities
• Seminars and workshops
• Graduate and professional student associations
• Academic enrichment
• Diverse and interactive community

ELIGIBILITY

• Bachelor’s degree in a STEM program from an LSAMP institution
• Minimum 3.0 GPA
• Acceptance into the Auburn University Graduate School
• Meet the requirements of a STEM graduate department or program at Auburn University
• Demonstrated commitment to pursuing a doctoral degree in a STEM discipline
• U.S. citizen or permanent resident

To Apply or Request Additional Information: Email diversity@auburn.edu, or call 334-844-4184.

Auburn University is one of the largest universities in the South, remaining at the educational forefront with our emphasis on a blend of arts and applied sciences. The University continuously changes to accommodate today's needs, while still respecting the traditions and spirit of Auburn. As we grow and change, Auburn will always continue its tradition of excellence.

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Bridge to the Doctorate Fellows