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NSF Bridge to the Doctorate (B2D) - Cal NERDS

UC Berkeley’s NSF B2D Fellowship program is connected to the NSF LSAMP network of alliances. Through this program, the NSF seeks to continue its goal of increasing the number of ethnically underrepresented students completing STEM doctoral degrees by offering recipients the opportunity to enroll in graduate program without the financial burden. Typically each B2D fellows receives a $37,000 fellowship during their first two years, and the cost of the next three years is paid for by the department (contingent upon availability of funding). Other benefits include advising and advocacy, professional development, conference travel, a supportive community, and access to a diversity student center. Faculty would support students who are part of this fellowship in their Graduate School Studies. 

This program does not occur every year, as typically it rotates among the UC system. The next opportunity to apply for this NSF grant will be in 2025. Additionally, check our website to learn about other UC campuses that may be applying for this grant yearly.

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