Program Description

The Competitive Edge program is funded by a National Science Foundation (NSF) Alliance for Graduate Education and the Professoriate (AGEP) grant. This program is for newly admitted, entering doctoral students in the fields of science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) with a strong interest in pursuing a faculty or research position. The objective is to provide awardees with research and professional development experiences to enhance their success in UCLA STEM doctoral programs. Competitive Edge is six weeks of full-time, faculty-guided research and mentoring, as well as academic and professional workshops. Continuation of this program is contingent on funding availability.

Calendar

2012 UCLA Competitive Edge Calendar (PDF-102KB)

Eligibility

Individuals whose backgrounds are underrepresented in STEM doctoral programs and in accordance with the NSF (i.e., African Americans, Hispanics, American Indians, Alaska Natives, Native Hawaiians or other Pacific Islanders)

• Accepted admission to a UCLA STEM doctoral program
• Must be a U.S. citizen, national, or permanent resident
• Strong interest in pursuing a university and/or research career

How To Apply

Nominations will take place through your department. Please contact your Student Affairs Officer if you are interested in being nominated.

For Further Information Contact

Anna Guzman, NSF AGEP STEM Program Coordinator at: (310) 825-3953 or via e-mail: aguzman@grad.ucla.edu.

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