U-RISE Program at KSU

The Undergraduate Research Training Initiative for Student Enhancement (U-RISE) program at Kennesaw State University (KSU) (GM 140948), funded by the National Institutes of Health, is a preeminent research training program with the goal of broadening the participation of students pursuing Ph.D. degrees and research careers in the biomedical sciences. This program places scholars in a customized research-intensive undergraduate training experience with individualized academic advising, guided preparation for graduate school, research training and continuous administrative support and professional development activities to ensure a competitive edge in today’s scientific arena. Students from under-represented backgrounds are strongly urged to apply.

Undergraduate student interested in applying to the U-RISE program must have a strong desire to earn a Ph.D.  or M.D./Ph.D in biomedical science. For more information on eligibility, please contact the program director using the online form on this webpage.

 

Students are eligible to apply to the KSU U-RISE Program if they:

• Attend Kennesaw State University (KSU) full-time with a major related to the biomedical sciences (such as Biology, Biochemistry, Chemistry, Mathematics, Psychology, Statistics, Engineering, or an approved Interdisciplinary Studies Major).
• Have a minimum of 60 college credits completed.
• Have a 3.3 entrant GPA.
• Plan to pursue a Ph.D. and a career in biomedical sciences.
• Are citizens or permanent residents of the United States.
• Agree to fulfill all program requirements including a sustained research project with an approved mentor from KSU throughout the academic year.