The MIE MaSTER Scholars Program

This program is supported by a multi-year agreement between Xavier University and the National Science Foundation. Modeled after the Future Scientists and E. E. Just Programs, the MaSTER Scholars Program supports students in the fields of Mathematics, Science, Technology, and Engineering. This model Scholars program is designed to increase the number of Xavier graduates who are prepared and committed to the pursuit of graduate degrees in science, engineering and mathematics and/or careers in the associated areas. The undergraduate MaSTER Scholars Program includes a program of research, assistantships and scholarships. MaSTER Scholars will be involved in undergraduate research under the mentorship of a faculty member from one of the participating academic departments. Peer Mentoring will also be encouraged and developed when appropriate. Peer Mentors will be selected from among those advanced participants in this or similar programs. Selected Scholars (students with a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.00/4.00) are also expected to participate in off-campus summer research internships. Other activities in which MaSTER Scholars participate may include serving as on-campus teaching and laboratory assistants, and assisting in the operation of the University Resource and Mentoring Centers. MaSTER Scholars will be eligible for up to full tuition scholarships per year.

The MARC Biomedical Fellows

The Minority Access to Research Careers (MARC) Program provides financial and programmatic support for undergraduate juniors and seniors interested in biomedical research and/or advanced study leading to a Ph. D. This two-year program, funded by NIH, includes summer and academic year research opportunities, travel to scientific meetings, and a variety of activities designed to prepare students for success in graduate school. Financial aid is in the form of scholarship funds and a monthly stipend. Biology, chemistry, physics, engineering, math, computer science, and psychology majors are eligible to participate. Applicants must have sophomore status and a minimum 3.0 GPA. Applications are available in the MARC Office.

The MBRS RISE Program

The Minority Biomedical Research Support (MBRS) Research Initiative for Scientific Enhancement (RISE) program provides research opportunities for undergraduate minority students in biology, chemistry, computer science, mathematics, physics, and psychology. This program is designed to promote interest of African American students in biomedical research careers, strengthen student research competence, better prepare the participating students for graduate school, and enhance the capability of Xavier University faculty for participation in biomedical research. Selected students are offered certain financial incentives during their program participation. Funding for the RISE program comes from the National Institutes of Health. Applications are available in the MORE office as well as on the MORE programs website.

The Rousseve Scholarships

\The Rousseve Scholars Program, which honors the Rousseve family, provides a full tuition scholarship and book stipend for one academic year to each of the top ten students in the sophomore, junior, and senior classes. The recipients are selected annually. For additional information regarding selection criteria and eligibility requirements, see Rousseve Scholarships in the section entitled Tuition, Fees and Expenses.