The deadline for these fellowships and awards has passed. Please check back in spring 2026.

Are non-resident alien students eligible for Beckman Institute awards?

Eligibility requirements vary by program; please check the awards eligibility requirements for more information.

My adviser is not affiliated with the Beckman Institute. Do I have to work for a Beckman Institute faculty member to receive an award?

Awardees must have advisers who are Beckman Institute full- or part-time faculty members.

Do Beckman Institute graduate student awards impact graduate fellowships or appointments?

No, our awards are a one-time payment applied towards the student’s account.

Are undergraduate awardees allowed to take a class during the summer?

Yes, undergraduate award recipients can take summer classes. The Beckman Institute does not have a summer enrollment requirement.

I am an undergraduate student who’s graduating in May. Am I still eligible to apply for a summer fellowship/award?

Yes, you may apply for Beckman Institute awards if you are a graduating senior and plan to perform your research during the following summer.

I received an undergraduate research award from another department. Am I still eligible to also receive a Beckman award for my research?

Applicants who receive another unit's award or fellowship for the same summer term are not eligible for the Beckman awards and fellows programs. The applicant must withdraw from the Beckman programs competition upon notification of the other unit's award or fellowship. The intent is to support as many deserving students as possible.

Questions?

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