Graduate Degree Preparation Board by SEE Program

No-GRE Grad Programs

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List of Graduate Programs that no longer require the GRE

Program Database Search Engine

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NSF REU Database Search Engine

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Apply to PhD Programs

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A PhD is the highest degree awarded in academia.

How do PhD Programs Work?Generally, PhD programs start with a mix of classes & research work during your first year in the program. After completing the classes, students take a comprehensive examination and/or qualifying examination, depending on the program, which advances them into the PhD candidacy. After advancing, students focus on research under the supervision of a faculty mentor for the next 3-4 years. Some programs may also require teaching during this time. To graduate, PhD candidate write a doctoral dissertation (thesis), which students must defend before a panel of faculty members.

Completing a PhD can take an average of 5-6 years. Students are financially supported by fellowships, grants or teaching assistantships, earning a salary and having their tuition/fees paid by the it too.

For more information, click below.

Apply to Bridge to the Doctorate Programs

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What are they? Bridge to the Doctorate (BD) Programs provides fellowship support to students for two years while earning a Master's degree and preparing to apply to PhD programs. Programs provide opportunities, like workshops, research, professional development and planning for PhD applications.
Students receive an annual stipend & paid tuition/fees for two years.

There are LSAMP-specific BD programs, for which you, as CSU-LSAMP students, are eligible for. To see a list of current LSAMP BD Programs, click below:

Apply to PREP Programs

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What are PREP Programs?
Post-baccalaureate Research Education Programs (PREP) are 1-year paid research programs designed to help recent graduates strengthen their admission to PhD programs.

For a list of PREP programs, click image above.

Taking a Gap Year

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For various reasons, students are not able to apply or get accepted into a PhD or master's program. Students may take a gap year to strengthen their applications and try again during the next cycle. During the gap year, students still interested in applying to graduate programs should either attend a PREP Program (information above) or apply for jobs in their fields. For more information, email Dr. Semarhy Quiñones.

If you are looking for a job, click here.

Want the Inside Scoop on Grad Programs around the Nation?

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Click the image to see what different schools offer, including:

Masters Stipend (academic year)?
PhD Stipend
Annual Tuition (in state)
Annual Tuition (out of state) International (can they get waivers)
Health Insurance
Other Fees
Tuition Waiver Cost of Living?
GRE required?
Other Notes

Tips for Statement of Purpose Writing Process

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Start 2-3 months before the application cycle.

Workshop Slides

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Personal Statement vs Statement of Purpose

Pathway to Science Database

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PathwaysToScience.org is an excellent resource for finding both paid summer research programs and fully funded STEM graduate programs. Use the website to search:

630 paid summer research programs for undergrads and grad students, including opportunities funded by NSF, NASA, NOAA, etc.
138 fully funded STEM masters programs
160 fully funded STEM PhD programs

For help finding programs, view this quick video tutorial on how to use the advanced search page: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FxKsAGk8dAw&t=16s

How to find a Research lab in graduate school?

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Scroll below to learn about PhD programs, bridge to the doctorate programs, PREP programs, and gap years.

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Search for Graduate Programs

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Cold Spring Harbor Laboratories

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Ph.D. Program in Biological Sciences: https://www.cshl.edu/phd-program/

CSHL's School of Biological Sciences offers an accelerated Ph.D. program that features:
* A unique educational curriculum in an institution renowned for its pioneering research and training programs, where coursework and laboratory rotations are completed in the first year,
* 4-5 years on average from matriculation to Ph.D.,
* Stipend, tuition, research costs, and benefits provided fully by the School, giving students the freedom to join any lab irrespective of the lab's external funding,
* Subsidized housing and food, full health benefits, and
* A two-tiered mentoring structure with pre-scheduled thesis committee meetings.

The application deadline is December 1st. There is no application fee. All applications and supporting documents must be submitted online.

Ph.D. Program Brochures & Catalog: https://www.cshl.edu/phd-program/brochures-catalog
Curriculum and Program Overview: https://www.cshl.edu/graduate-program-info
Career Development: https://www.cshl.edu/graduate-program-career-development
Life at CSHL: https://www.cshl.edu/phd-program/life-at-cshl

Postgraduate Short Courses and Workshops: http://bit.ly/cshlcourses

NEW PhD Program-St. Jude Children's Research Hospital

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Biomedical Sciences PhD program at St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, which is now ~4 years old.

Our program has No application fee and does not require the GRE. I have summarized other key aspects of our program below, including NIH funding rates, stipend and support, and more.

REU Finder - Database

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Search the database for summer research experiences for:
- first-year, sophomore, juniors & senior students
- undocumented students
- international students

What are PREPprograms?

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NIH PREP Programs Database

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Note: Some programs may have been terminated.

Pathways to Science

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For Financial Support in Graduate School:

Fellowships and graduate programs in a wide variety of STEM disciplines:

http://www.pathwaystoscience.org/Grad.aspx

For tips on applying and associated resources:

http://www.pathwaystoscience.org/toolbox.aspx

UPenn Neuroscience Graduate Group

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Admissions Information Session, October 16, 2025

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSemVaR5Jz9ouqqGNB0fWH0aQ0I-OihHWdaI3-dhsEnD8EtM2w/viewform

Post Bac Programs with the NIH

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The National Institutes of Health (NIH) accepts applications for their post bac program all year round. You apply 6 months before your desired start date!

https://www.training.nih.gov/research-training/pb/pb/