UMBC 3-Minute Thesis Competition 2026

Fri, 16 Jan 2026 14:04:52 -0500

The wait is over! Calling all graduate students-

Are you ready to showcase your research in just 3 minutes? This is your chance to captivate an audience, enhance your presentation skills, and win amazing prizes!

What's 3MT?

The 3-Minute Thesis (3MT) is a research communication competition that challenges graduate students to explain their research to a non-specialist audience—one slides, one powerful, concise talk!

Why Participate?

Gain valuable feedback on your presentation skills

Build confidence and network with researchers

Represent UMBC at regional and national stages (fully-funded travel)!

Prizes and certificates for top performers! (1st Prize - $500, 2nd Prize - $350 and many more)

3MT competition will be held on 04/07/2026!

Register here or scan QR code on the poster below.

Buffet Lunch will be provided!

Training Sessions will be held in a hybrid manne

r in February and March!

For any questions, email - gsagears@umbc.edu