BU URBAN Graduate Program: BU URBAN offers an exciting opportunity for expanded training and resources during your Ph.D. at Boston University. The program welcomes students from various departments, fostering a unique interdisciplinary community. Applications are now open for Fall 2024 admission.
Summary Table:
| Program Name | Application Deadline | Participating Departments |
|---|---|---|
| BU URBAN | January 12, 2024, 5pm EST | Biology, Earth and Environment, Environmental Health, Mathematics & Statistics, Computing & Data Sciences |
Study Area: Urban Biogeoscience and Environmental Health
Scholarship Description:
BU URBAN Graduate Program in Urban Biogeoscience and Environmental Health
BU URBAN aims to create a vibrant, diverse, and inclusive community for Ph.D. students. The program focuses on broadening participation, particularly encouraging individuals from historically underrepresented groups in STEM to apply. Watch the video below for insights from a current trainee, Claudia Diezmartínez, on how BU URBAN has shaped her perspective and fostered a strong community.
Eligibility: Applications are accepted from students applying to Boston University’s Biology, Earth and Environment, Environmental Health, Mathematics & Statistics, and Computing & Data Sciences Ph.D. Programs. The program is committed to addressing barriers to access for underrepresented groups in STEM.
Required Documents:
- Completed BU URBAN Trainee application form
- Letter of support from an instructor, academic advisor, or supervisor sent directly to the BU URBAN Program Manager at urban@bu.edu by January 12, 2024, 5 pm EST. The letter should highlight why you should participate in the program, summarizing your strengths and weaknesses.
How to Apply: To apply, complete the BU URBAN Trainee application form and ensure a letter of support is sent to urban@bu.edu by January 12, 2024, at 5 pm EST. In the email subject, use the format: “Student last name_Student first name_Fall 2024 Admission-BU URBAN LOR.pdf.”
Last Date: The deadline for applications is 12 January 2024, at 5 pm EST.
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