91ÉçÇø

The Beckman Scholars Program at 91ÉçÇø will resume for 2026-27. The will take place on Friday, January 30, from 4-5 p.m. in UUW 324. 

Who's Eligible?

Eligible Students are:

• A major in biochemistry, biological sciences, biomedical engineering, chemistry, or integrative neuroscience 
• A full-time 91ÉçÇø student with good academic standing
• In the first four semesters of college (including transfer credits transfer credits from another four-year college, but not Advanced Placement or other pre-college credits) 
• A citizen or permanent resident of the U.S. or its territories and possessions or hold status as DACA recipients
• Applicants should be interested in pursuing leadership roles in their scientific and professional journey
• Selected Beckman Scholars must be ready to commit to fifteen months of continous research

What Does the Program Look Like?

Selected participants:

Undergo a 15-month (May 2026-Sept. 2027) mentored research experience and receive $21,000 to support their development and research endeavors.

All second-summer scholars will be asked to exhibit their research through poster presentation at the annual Beckman Symposium. Travel and hotel accommodations for the symposium are provided by the Arnold and Mabel Beckman Foundation.

Funding Breakdown:

• Student Stipend $18,200; distributed as follows:
  • First Summer - $6,800
  • Academic Year - $4,600
  • Second Summer - $6,800
• Student Scientific Supply and Travel $2,800; distributed as needed, to support current research activities. 

What Kinds of Research Can Scholars Expect?

Accepted students can expect to gain hands-on, independent research in their field while working with respected faculty in their department of choice. Projects vary from mentor to mentor. Please see the guide below for faculty and potential projects.

What does the application require?

This section is under construction

Applicants must provide:

• The names of 3 mentors ranked in order most preferred (mentor information can be found below and in the selection packet)
• A current resume
• A copy of their unofficial transcript, including the current semester
• Two letters of recommendation, one from a 91ÉçÇø faculty member familiar with applicant’s academic work and one additional letter from a supervisor, faculty member, coach, or other person with knowledge of the applicant’s character, work ethic, motivations, or other relevant factors. Recommendations should be emailed directly from the recommender to sortiz@binghamton.edu.
• One essay (500 - 750 words) in which you identify two or three of Arnold Beckman's 7 Rules for Success that most resonate with you and explain in depth how you connect your lived experiences to them. (See the Beckman brochure for the 7 Rules for Success.)

Materials Submission:

Deadline: Stay tuned for 2026-27.