Department of Biochemistry, Biophysics and Molecular Biology (BBMB): Incoming First-Year Students

Incoming direct-from-high school students who have a primary major in biochemistry and wish to be considered for scholarships from the Department of Biochemistry, Biophysics and Molecular Biology (BBMB) should apply to this opportunity. By answering the questions in this opportunity, BBMB students will be automatically considered for BBMB department scholarships. To confirm the application deadline for scholarships from the Department of Biochemistry, Biophysics and Molecular Biology, please view https://www.bbmb.iastate.edu/bbmb-student-scholarship-opportunities

Award
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Deadline
04/03/2025
Supplemental Questions
  1. Students wishing to be considered for scholarships from the Department of Biochemistry, Biophysics and Molecular Biology (BBMB) should apply to this opportunity. By answering the questions in this opportunity, incoming first-year BBMB students will be automatically considered for BBMB department scholarships.

    To confirm your eligibility for these scholarships, please check the box that corresponds with your declared major.
  2. Biochemistry major requirement and agreement
    Students receiving scholarships/awards from the BBMB Department must be majoring in biochemistry. BBMB Scholarship/Award recipients agree to notify the department immediately if they switch out of the department.
  3. Incoming first-year students: Upload your high school transcript here.
    Incoming first-year students should upload a copy of your high school transcript in .pdf or .doc(x) format. An unofficial transcript is acceptable.
    (Do not use special characters or spaces when naming your document.)
    To confirm the application deadline for scholarships from the Department of Biochemistry, Biophysics and Molecular Biology, please view https://www.bbmb.iastate.edu/bbmb-student-scholarship-opportunities
  4. Describe your interest and career goals within the context of your major. What aspects of the field of biochemistry appeal to you most? (250 word maximum)
  5. In what activities related to your major have you participated? If you are in high school, this might include science projects, competitions or clubs. If you are a non-traditional student, this might include jobs, clubs, research, or symposiums. (250 word maximum)
  6. If you have an interest and aptitude for research in your field, provide a statement regarding this interest including details of any existing research or related coursework. Also describe any interest in a career in research. (500 word maximum)
  7. If you are a first generation student [which means none of your parent(s)/guardian(s) has received a college degree], describe the impact this experience has on your pursuit of a degree.
  8. Standardized test scores: Commentary if not submitted
    Iowa State University no longer requires the submission of standardized test scores (ACT or SAT) as part of the admission application. Iowa State strives to view students holistically and understands that standardized tests may be biased, inaccessible, and/or not represent a student's complete potential. If you did not submit a test score, we want to provide a space for you to comment on this choice or necessity, if desired. This answer is optional.
  9. First Reference All incoming first-year student applicants for BBMB departmental scholarships must provide two references who are willing to provide letters of support. This is the location to provide the name and email address of your FIRST of two references.

    Specific requirements:
    At least one of your references should be a teacher/faculty member who can speak to your academic ability in biochemistry, chemistry, and mathematics. Ideally, both references will be able to speak about these topics, but if that is not possible, your second reference may the leader of an organization who can speak to your character, community contribution, etc. (e.g. employer/supervisor, sports coach, music conductor, youth group leader, club advisor).

    Please speak to your references ahead of time so they are prepared to upload the letter of support by the reference deadline (usually one week after your OneApp application is due).
  10. Second Reference All incoming first-year student applicants for BBMB departmental scholarships must provide two references who are willing to provide letters of support. This is the location to provide the name and email address of your SECOND of two references.

    Specific requirements:
    At least one of your references should be a teacher/faculty member who can speak to your academic ability in biochemistry, chemistry, and mathematics. Ideally, both references will be able to speak about these topics, but if that is not possible, your second reference may the leader of an organization who can speak to your character, community contribution, etc. (e.g. employer/supervisor, sports coach, music conductor, youth group leader, club advisor).

    Please speak to your references ahead of time so they are prepared to upload the letter of support by the reference deadline (usually one week after your OneApp application is due).
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