OSU Beckman Scholars Program
Beckman Excellence High-caliber training for OSU's bright and energetic young investigators.
OSU is thrilled to offer the prestigious Beckman Scholars Program to support research potential among highly-motivated chemistry and life science students.
BSP Overview
OSU received a highly-selective Beckman Scholars Program (BSP) award in 2023 from the Arnold and Mabel Beckman Foundation. The OSU Beckman Scholars program is a prestigious research experience for highly-motivated undergraduates in the disciplines of chemistry, biochemistry, biology, physiology, physics, and microbiology. Scholars conduct independent research, guided by one of the program's dedicated expert faculty mentors. OSU Beckman Scholars receive individualized mentorship, alongside training in scientific communication, leadership, and community building. OSU BSP supports students in their pursuit of Ph.D. M.D. or M.D/Ph.D degrees. OSU BSP especially welcomes students without prior research experience. Beginning in May 2023, the College of Arts and Sciences name two Beckman Scholars each year for three years.
Program Structure
Research excellence through mentorship.
OSU Beckman Scholars engage in 15 months of scientific research, earning a stipend and additional funding for scientific supplies and travel. Beckman Scholars commit to 40 hours of research for 10 weeks during two summers and 10 hours per week of research during the academic year (fall and spring).
I strive to be a lifelong learner, leader and educator. Becoming a Beckman Scholar means that I have the resources to grow and hone these skills through research experience, through the leaders, and through others involved in the program.
Beckman Scholar 2023 - 2024
Program Details
Meet our Scholars
Welcome our first-ever scholar-mentor pairs to the OSU Beckman Scholars Program.
- Student researchers
- Student leaders
- Outstanding scholars
BSP Mentors
Beckman Scholars work with outstanding scientists devoted to student success.
- Scholars will be matched with mentors
- Program mentors are pre-established
Arnold & Mabel Beckman Foundation
A story of excellence.
The Beckman Scholars Program supports young scientists around the country.