BOSTER SCHOLARSHIP

Boster is proud to provide an annual scholarship to graduate students working in biological research labs. The Boster Bio Scholarships for Scientists Of Excellence will select an awardee based on the merit and influence of his or her research.

Boster Bio Scholarships

Boster Scholarships

  • Scholarship Awards

    One scholarship of $1,000 USD will be awarded annually

  • Requirements

  • 1. Applicants must provide proof that they are graduate students currently working in a biology or related lab.

  • 2. Candidates must obtain and submit a letter of recommendation from his or her Principle Investigator or a funding sponsor (must be signed and on letterhead to be accepted).

  • 3. The deadline to apply is Nov 30 every year. The winner will be announced by December 30, and funds will be sent by check.

  • Application

    This scholarship is designed to recognize and support exceptional graduate students, particularly those enrolled in Master's or PhD programs, who have demonstrated outstanding research contributions and a significant impact on the academic community. To apply, please follow the instructions below:

    1. Proof of Research Involvement
      Submit documentation that confirms your current enrollment as a graduate student (Master's or PhD) actively conducting academic research. This may include a letter from your advisor, a copy of your enrollment status, or evidence of your research project's approval by your institution.

    2. Research Achievements
      Provide a comprehensive overview of your research contributions, including:

      • A summary of your most significant project(s), explaining its importance and implications for the field.
      • Links to published research articles, conference proceedings, or presentations in peer-reviewed academic platforms.
      • Any awards, recognitions, or patents related to your research.
    3. Impact Statement
      Write a 300-word essay detailing how your research has influenced the academic community and its broader impact on society. Include specific examples of how your work has been cited, utilized, or built upon by others in your field.

    4. Letters of Recommendation
      Provide one letter of recommendation from established academics or researchers who are familiar with your work. The letter should highlight your research excellence, impact, and potential for continued contributions to the field. Letters must be signed and on official letterhead.

    5. Academic Excellence
      Include your most recent transcript showing a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.50 on a 4.0 scale.

    6. Application Deadline
      All materials must be submitted by November 30 each year. The scholarship recipient will be announced by December 30, and funds will be disbursed shortly thereafter.

    We are excited to review applications from passionate and high-achieving graduate students committed to advancing academic knowledge and societal progress.

  • How to Submit

    Please submit your materials to [email protected].

  • For more information, please contact [email protected].

  • Privacy Policy

    Boster Bio has a Privacy Policy for all applicant submissions. These submissions will NOT be shared and are for Boster Bio’s use only. No third party will be granted access to any information that we collect during this process. At the time of the submission deadline, we will evaluate all submissions and individually contact the winning applicant. Award is sent directly to the financial aid office at the student’s school of choice.