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ASM Watkins Graduate Research Fellowship

American Society for Microbiology (ASM)

The ASM Watkins Graduate Research Fellowship is awarded to a student admitted to a doctoral program in the microbiological sciences. Applicants must be a member of American Society for Microbiology.

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Eligibility Requirements

  • Age/Grade Level:
    For senior-level graduate students
  • Financial Need:
    Not Mentioned
  • Other Academic Requirements:
    Have successfully completed the first year of the graduate program (first year graduate students cannot apply)Have successfully completed all graduate coursework requirements for the doctoral degree by the date of activation of the fellowship
  • Residence:
    Be a Permanent resident (or a U.S. citizen)
  • Citizenship:
    Be a U.S. citizen (or a permanent resident)
  • College:
    Be formally admitted to a doctoral program in the microbiological sciences in an accredited U.S. institution
  • Major/Career:
    Completed their graduate course work in the microbiological sciences.
  • Ethnicity:
    These groups include African-Americans, Hispanics, Native Americans, Alaskan Natives, and Pacific Islanders.
  • Organization:
    Be a student member of ASM

Application Details

  • Transcript:
    Required
  • Resume/Activity List:
    Not required
  • Recommendation Letters:
    Three letters of recommendations must be submitted with your application. One letter must be from your research advisor/mentor. You may choose to submit references online or via mail.

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