The Bridges Scholar Program supports underrepresented community college students pursuing STEM majors. The main goal of the two-year program is to prepare these students for transfers to a four-year university where they will successfully complete their bachelor's degree. Bridges Scholars are also introduced to biomedical science research at CSUSM to encourage interest in future research careers. The biomedical sciences covered include Biology, Biochemistry, Chemistry, Microbiology, Biophysics, Biomathematics, among others, focusing on understanding human health and disease.
The program is funded by the National Institutes of Health (NIH) and is sponsored by the Center for Training, Research, and Educational Excellence (CTREE) at CSU San Marcos.
The program features:
- Financial support of $13,900 per academic year
- Faculty mentoring and advising
- Academic support, educational and professional development workshops
- Research Opportunities-Lab shadowing, independent research, conference attendance
- A supportive community of scholars
Application deadline for 2024/2025 academic year is rolling
How to Apply:
- Complete the application
- An unofficial copy of your transcripts sent to Dr. Pedro Morgado (pmorgado@miracosta.edu)
- How to view your unofficial transcripts via SURF
Eligibility Criteria
- Be a full-time student at MiraCosta College
- U.S. citizen or permanent resident
- Be a science major in Biology, Biotechnology, Biochemistry, Chemistry, Mathematics, Physics, Psychology, Kinesiology or other biomedical related degrees.
- Those who have demonstrated the ability to be successful in science courses and have the potential for graduate studies. GPA is less important than potential.
- How your lived experiences and perspectives can further NIH's commitment to diversifying the academic and scientific workforce (see the NIH definitions for underrepresented populations).
More Information
To learn more about the program email the program director Pedro Morgado: pmorgado@miracosta.edu.
