Amgen Scholars
Amgen Scholars supports visiting undergraduates conducting mentored summer research at Caltech in biology, chemistry, and biotechnology-related fields to prepare for doctoral study and research careers.
Funder: California Institute of Technology
Due Dates: February 1, 2027 (Application) | February 1, 2027 (Recommendations)
Funding Amounts: $6,000 for ten weeks, plus a dining card, campus housing, and travel to and from Pasadena
Summary: Supports visiting undergraduates conducting mentored research at Caltech in biology, chemistry, and biotechnology-related fields.
Key Information: A Caltech research mentor must agree to support your application before submission.
Description
Caltech’s Amgen Scholars program provides visiting undergraduates with summer research opportunities in biology, chemistry, and biotechnology-related fields. Supported by the Amgen Foundation, the program combines research under academic scientists with seminars, workshops, and networking to prepare participants for a Ph.D. or joint M.D./Ph.D. and research careers in science and biotechnology.
Scholars participate in weekly seminars by Caltech faculty and Jet Propulsion Laboratory scientists, an academic and professional development series, effective writing workshops, student-faculty dinners, and social and cultural activities. Research projects should have significant intellectual and creative content, with potential for publication in refereed literature serving as the benchmark for a suitable project.
