Summer 2018 Textbook Scholarship
The program welcomes applications from students needing additional support to cover textbook costs, as they pursue a degree in one of the life sciences.
The scholarship will fund one undergraduate or graduate student the cost of their textbooks, providing $1,000 in direct costs. The scholarship is merit-based, and applicants can show their qualifications and need in the application process.
LabRoots supports undergraduate and graduate students pursuing degrees in the life science fields. This program is open to students both in, and outside the US; there are no geographical limits for applicants. LabRoots wishes to encourage all students to stay in science and aims to help students work towards their research and educational goals.
Eligibility:
Applicants must be enrolled or accepted for a graduate or undergraduate degree (BSc or higher) for the 17/18 academic year at a recognized university
The degree program/research area must be in a STEM field
Open worldwide
Summer 2018 Textbook Scholarship
"Winning the scholarship is a great achievement for me. It will be a great opportunity for improving my education in the field of infectious disease epidemiology. Now, I can afford the most recent textbooks about the field that are not available in my country. I'm really grateful to LabRoots for the opportunity."
APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS
Academic Status and Institution
Resume/CV
Project proposal
(Your proposal will be limited to 4000 characters, including spaces. You must enter a minimum of 250 words.)
SELECTION PROCESS
LabRoots will review all applicants and the winner of the scholarship will be notified by email before September 15, 2018.
Selection is based on academic achievement and on the written proposal.
OTHER GENERAL TERMS
No fee is required for the scholarship application
There are no restrictions on how the award can be used by the recipient
Proof of identity may be required
It is the recipients responsibility to inform the appropriate academic office that you have received the award (often outside awards must be disclosed to your admissions office)
The award can be paid to your institute or department for disbursement to you