BSCR Program Curriculum
During the 7-month training at CSUF, students will complete many activities and courses. See the complete list on the Timeline tab.
BSCR Program Academic Benefits
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Expertise in Stem Cell Research
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Academic advancement and scholarly gains
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Possibility of additional/stronger recommendation letters for the BSCR Scholar (intern)
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Courses apply to B.S. in Biology (C&D, MBB)
BSCR Program Financial Support
- All of the summer 2023 courses, conference, and workshops are paid for by the BSCR program.
- Students are required to pay for their full-time enrollment during fall 2023 semester.
- It is highly recommended that you do not work during 2023 so that you can develop as a stem cell researcher.
- Tuition reimbursement of $3,500/semester during the internship: for Spring and Fall, 2024).
- Stipends of $3,000/month during the internship: from January to December, 2024; total: $36,000/year.
These benefits may impact your Financial Aid and Income Tax liability.
BSCR Program Selection
Successful students will have:
- Completed at least one of these courses: BIOL 302, BIOL 303, BIOL 309, CHEM 421 or CHEM 423
- Demonstrable interest in stem cell research (Application and Interview)
- Able to discuss scientific method and basic cell and molecular biology (Interview)
- Integration of stem cell research into your career goals is desired (Interview)
- Prior research experience is not needed!
- We do not use GPA for cut-offs
- PhD as a career goal is not a requirement