REQUIREMENTS

• Completed application form

• Official academic transcript

• Two evaluation letters

• Statement of purpose (3 pages maximum)

- Indicate reason for applying & prior related research experience

- Outline the nature of your interest in summer research and proposed research topic

- Describe future education and career goals

• Resume (include honors, awards, & other recognitions)

ELIGIBILITY

• 3.0 grade point average (GPA) or better

• African American

• Hispanic American

• Native American

• Pacific Islander

PROGRAM DESCRIPTION

FACULTY
Students will be assigned a faculty mentor with whom the student will conduct directed research in an area of mutual interest.

WEEKLY SEMINARS & WORKSHOPS
In addition to research, interns will participate in weekly seminars and workshops. During the weekly seminars, students will have regular opportunities to discuss their research projects.

MEETINGS
Meetings with staff and mentors will provide an informal setting for discussions of varied topics, such as: opportunities in academia and the nature and rewards of an academic career.

ACCOMMODATIONS
Housing will be provided at Columbia's Morningside Heights campus. Summer Research Fellows are expected to make their own arrangements for meals. No meal plan is provided.

STIPEND
$3,000.00 stipend for living expenses beyond the cost of housing.

 

Mail applications to: Dr. Andrew R. Marks, Director, Center for Molecular Cardiology, 11th Floor, Room 11-511, Columbia University College of Physicians & Surgeons, 630 W. 168th Street, NY 10032.  e‑mail:alandindas@yahoo.com