What is the Preview Weekend?
The Biomedical Sciences Graduate Programs Preview Weekend is an all expenses paid
visit to the University of Minnesota campus for prospective graduate
students interested in one or more of the following Ph.D. programs:
- Biochemistry, Molecular Biology & Biophysics (BMBB)
- Integrative Biology & Physiology (IBP)
- Microbiology, Immunology & Cancer Biology (MICaB)
- Molecular, Cellular, Developmental Biology & Genetics (MCDB&G)
- Neuroscience (NSCI)
- Pharmacology (PHCL).
When will the Preview take place?
The campus preview weekend will be September 27th - 30th, 2012.
Who is eligible to attend?
Those who will be invited to the Preview must be US citizens or
permanent residents who will be applying for entry into graduate school
in Fall of 2013. The program is most interested in students enrolled at
institutions outside the upper midwest who may be unfamiliar with the
outstanding training environment provided by the University of
Minnesota. Students from under-represented racial and ethnic groups,
low-income family backgrounds, first-generation U.S. citizens, and
students with disabilities are especially encouraged to apply.
What are the benefits of attending?
The Preview activities will provide opportunities for students to meet
informally with the directors of graduate study, faculty and current
graduate students of the six biomedical sciences doctoral programs.
There will be tours of campus that will let students gain a feel for the
research and laboratory environments where they would work. There will
be time for the attendees to learn about the graduate programs so that
they can decide which one might best meet their career goals and
interests. There will also be activities to introduce you to the quality
of life in the metropolitan area of Minneapolis - St. Paul. Any
participants who apply to one of the biomedical sciences graduate
programs will have their application fee paid. They will also be invited
to participate in the admission interview weekend for the program they
apply to.
What is the Cost to Attend?
All
visit expenses (including travel, lodging, and on-campus meals) are
provided for those who are selected to attend. Slots for talented
students to preview the University of Minnesota PhD graduate programs
are limited to 15 so be sure to apply early.
Application & Selection Timeframe
The online application will be available in spring 2012 and the application deadline is August 20, 2012.
Applications will be reviewed as they are received. Applicants will be
notified by early September if they have been selected to attend the
Preview weekend.
