Responsibilities of MARC scholars

• Engage in research during their 2-year appointment for 15 hours/week during the academic year and 30 hours/week for eight weeks during the summers.
• Participate in Summer Research Experiences.
  • First Summer Research Experience (SRE1): Conduct on-campus research during the summer before your junior year.
  • Second Summer Research Experience (SRE2): Conduct off-campus research at another institution druing the summer before your senior year. 
• Enroll in and fully participate in the Scientific Research-Related Skills (SRRS) Course all academic year semesters.
• Participate in monthly research seminars and other MARC sponsored events.
• Present research at a regional/national conference each year.
• Participate in community outreach/mentoring activities.
• Take GRE exam and apply for various fellowship opportunities.

• Stipend of approximately $14,340 per year (12 month appointment)
•  Tuition fee support (~$2,300 per year)
• Travel funds to a national conference each year

Funds to support a summer extramural research experience.
Continuation of funding will depend on satisfactory performance in the program and availability of funds from the NIH.

The MARC stipend will be part of your overall financial aid package; the Financial Aid office will adjust your financial aid package to ensure that you do not exceed your financial need. For more information, please contact the financial aid office directly.  

• Full-time student majoring in a STEM-related discipline and an interest in biomedical research
• Competitive GPA
• Rising junior or senior
• Citizen or permanent resident of the United States
• Applicants must have an interest in increasing diversity within the scientific workforce. Eligible students include: undergraduates from underrepresented racial and ethnic groups, individuals with disabilities, and/or disadvantaged backgrounds.

• Complete the online MARC application
• LSU Transcript (submit via online application)
• Two recommendation emails from faculty (Emails should be sent to the MARC program manager or director) 

The 2024-2025 application period is now closed.