UMBC Bridge to the Doctorate (BD) Program
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Academic Level: Undergraduates - Junior
Undergraduates - Senior
Description: We have a National Science Foundation (NSF) grant called Bridge to the Doctorate (BD) Fellows.
This is a 5-year funding program to obtain a PhD in STEM fields! We have 12 slots available.
The fellowship (NSF) funds the first two years and we provide you for up to three years after that, supported by an advisor or academic department. The BD Fellowship offers a $32,000 annual stipend, health insurance, and full tuition. As a BD Fellow, you will be one of a cohort of 12 like-minded future leaders in STEM. Our commitment to you goes beyond your academic training; we see our BD Fellows as whole people and work to ensure that you have whatever professional development, support, and encouragement you need to be your best self and successfully complete your graduate degree.
Requisites:
1. Affiliated to an LSAMP program as an undergraduate (names vary according to institution)
2. Earned or will earn a STEM bachelor's degree (including psychology and economics) before Fall
3. Have not earned an advanced degree
4. Are not currently enrolled in a graduate degree program
5. U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident
To learn more about the program and the application, please visit our website!

Program Dates: 8/1/2025 - 5/1/2030
Participating Institution(s):(Click an institution to see all programs it hosts or sponsors)Program Materials:This Program can be Described by:Academic Disciplines:
Economics
Psychology & Behavioral Sciences
STEM Fields
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This program is funded by:
National Science Foundation (NSF)
Page last updated 1/16/2025
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