Bridges to Doctorate Program
Our goal is to help graduate students transition to Ph.D. programs. We are funded
by NIH Bridges Program, the Bridges to Doctorate Program between Fresno State and
UC Davis aims to enhance the participation of students from underrepresented groups
in Ph.D. programs in the biomedical and behavioral natural sciences. To achieve this,
the Bridge Program provides intensive research, coursework, and mentoring experience.
NIH Bridges to Doctorate Program
Applications for Fall 2024 admission are now open! Due date extended to August 30, 2024.
Application for 2024 cycle
About
Funded by NIH Bridges Program, the Bridges to Doctorate Program between Fresno State and UC Davis aims to enhance the participation of students from underrepresented groups in Ph.D. programs in the biomedical and behavioral natural sciences.
To achieve this, the Bridges Program provides intensive research, coursework, and mentoring experience.
The long-term goals are to increase the competitiveness, skills, and interests of students and faculty in areas of biomedical and behavioral research, and to sustain a thriving collaboration between the major feeder institutions for Ph.D. programs (Fresno State) and the leading PhD-granting institution (UC Davis) in the San Joaquin Valley.
Given the close geographic proximity of Fresno State and UC Davis, it is a natural step for these institutions to strengthen a collaborative academic environment and matriculation culture between the two institutions.
- Paid tuition and fees
- Monthly student stipends for two years
- Paid summer internship at UC Davis
- Individualized faculty mentoring and coaching
- Participation in professional conferences, meetings, and workshops
- Links to research and professional opportunities
- Enriched academic services and support by dedicated Faculty
- Step-by-step mentoring for a successful transition
- US Citizenship or Permanent Residency
- Belong to an underrepresented minority group as defined by the NIH
- Minimum GPA of 3.0 OR faculty recommendation
- Bachelor’s degree in basic sciences or behavioral sciences
- Resume
- Letter of Recommendation
Contact
Krish Krishnan, Ph.D. Professor and Chair
Office: Science I, Room 380
Phone: 559-278-2103
E-mail: krish@csufresno.edu
Brandy R. Murray, M.Sc. Faculty and Coordinator
Office: CASA Temporary Office Location: McLane Annex 6 Phone: 559-278-6679 Email: brandymurray@csufresno.edu
Visit CASA (Center for Access to Science for All)
CASA provides a supportive environment and resources for students interested in science, technology, engineering, mathematics and/or targeted health professions.
Office Hours
CASA student area is available for studying and building community during regular office hours.
Virtual Office hours are available upon request.
Please contact office for Zoom meeting link.
Connect With Us
Office Operation Hours:
Monday - Friday
8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Temporary Office location: CASA
McLane Annex 6
Mail Box: Science I building
Room 136 (ARC)
Acknowledgements
The Bridges to Doctorate program highlighted on this website was supported by the National Institute of General Medical Sciences of the National Institutes of Health under Award Number T32GM137948.