Genomic Scholarship (FIU-CGR)

This program will provide advanced undergraduate and master students with the essential skills and research experience in genomic research. The program will provide a $2000 paid scholarship for the 2026-2027 academic year, provide training to the students, match each student with a genomic research team so the student can obtain genomic research experience, and provide mentoring on genomic research and applying for doctoral programs in genomic research. The student will be expected to commit approximately 8 hours a week to genomic research/research training. The experience will culminate in a presentation at the end of the academic year to FIU-CGR faculty.

Minimum eligibility criteria for applicants
• Will be at least an incoming junior, senior, or a master student for the fall of 2026.
• Plan to be enrolled during both fall 2026 and spring 2027 semesters.
• Are motivated to work on a genomic research project with a faculty member.
• Have a minimum undergraduate/graduate GPA of 3.0.

Preferred criteria
• Completed coursework in molecular biology or genetics with at least a B grade in each course.
• Have programming experience in R, Python, or other programing languages.

Once accepted into the program, ongoing eligibility criteria include:
• Maintain FIU enrollment status throughout the term of the scholarship.
• Work closely with the assigned faculty member on the pre-determined research project
• Maintain regular communication with the assigned faculty member who monitors the student’s progress in the project.
• Have satisfactory evaluation on mid-year progress report

Applications will be due on Monday, June 1, 2026. Faculty recommendation letter will be due by June 15, 2026. Finalist candidates will be invited for interviews to be completed by July 10, 2026. Applicants will be notified on July 17, 2026. Students will receive $1000 at the end of the fall semester, and $1000 at the end of the spring semester. Students will give an oral presentation about the project at the end of the academic year to FIU-Center for Genomic Research faculty.