U-RISE at Marquette

Applications for the next cohort will open December 15, 2023.
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U-RISE at Marquette is a preeminent undergraduate research training scholarship program with the goal of increasing participation from students traditionally underrepresented in biomedical research to pursue Ph.D. or M.D./Ph.D. degrees and biomedical research careers.

Funded by the National Institutes of Health (NIH), this 2-year program supports and develops motivated students for admission and future success in graduate Ph.D. programs and biomedical research. Through mentored research, an evidence-based and culturally validated curriculum, professional development and summer experiences, U-RISE scholars develop research expertise and build their scientific identity within an inclusive community. U-RISE scholars may choose from over 40 on-campus research labs within the Colleges of Health Sciences, Engineering, and Arts & Sciences to conduct research.

The U-RISE program is designed for undergraduates who are interested in research and are committed to pursuing a Ph.D. or M.D./Ph.D. in biomedical-related disciplines. Current sophomores are eligible to apply and if accepted, participate in the program junior and senior years. Applications will open in December and are due mid-February. Applications from underrepresented racial and ethnic groups, disadvantaged socioeconomic backgrounds, individuals with disabilities, first-generation college students, and women are especially encouraged to apply. Accepted students will be eligible to receive a tuition scholarship and a stipend to support living costs and research opportunities.

ALL MAJORS WELCOME

All U-Rise students will also participate in U-RISE Scholars Research Day

Student Support

Tuition support up to $16,000/year
Stipend >$12,000/year
Travel assistance for scientific conferences
Support to conduct summer research
Individualized advising
Support preparing and submitting graduate school applications
Mentored research traineeship (2-years) of “hands-on” research with training in the responsible conduct of research and the methodological and analytical skills required of scientists
Structured professional development that includes topics such as writing pre-doctoral grant proposals, science communication, career exploration for scientists with Ph.Ds., professional networking, etc.

Program Requirements

Conduct research 10-15 hrs/week with one of over 40 research active labs within the Colleges of Health Science, Engineering, and Arts and Sciences.
Enroll in the 3 credit Path to Research (BISC 2010)
Enroll in the 1.5 credit U-RISE Entering Research Seminar (BISC 3954) each semester of the 2-year program (for a total of 6 credits)
Conduct summer research at a T-32 or research-intensive institution
Participate in a 5-day summer boot camp the week before fall classes begin, junior and senior year
Apply to Ph.D. programs fall of senior year

Eligibility

Applicants finishing their sophomore year are eligible with a commitment to completing the 2-year program (4 semesters, 1 summer)
Minimum GPA required: 2.7
Applicants traditionally underrepresented in the sciences are encouraged to apply (as defined by NIH)

Virtual Info Session:

Wednesday, January 24th @ 6 p.m. via Microsoft Teams

Please feel free to reach out to Dr. Kimberly d’Anna-Hernandez (U-RISE Director) or Dr. Laurieann Klockow (U-RISE Assistant Director) to learn more about the program and/or your eligibility and fit.

To apply to the U-RISE program:

2024 U-RISE Application

Applications are due February 19 of sophomore year.

A completed application will include:
- An online application form
- Responses to 4 essay questions
- 1 letter of recommendation*
- Unofficial transcript

*Letters of recommendation should be emailed directly from the letter writer to Dr. Kimberly D'Anna-Hernandez at urise@marquette.edu

Questions can be sent to Dr. Kimberly D’Anna-Hernandez at urise@marquette.edu.

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