The Big Bang Theory Graduate Fellowship (PhD, Master) 2023-24, University of California, USA

Deadline for applications: 1 May 2023

For entering masters or doctoral students who received the Big Bang Theory Scholars undergraduate scholarship at UCLA, and who wish to pursue graduate education in the STEM fields within the University of California system. Eligible students may receive up to $20,000 per year, for up to five years.

Eligibility & Requirements

1. Students must be admitted to a UC graduate program such as:

• Research-based masters or PhD in a STEM field

• Medical School (MD)

• Dental School (DDS or DMD)

• Master of Public Health (MPH)

2. Applicants must have participated and completed the Big Bang Theory undergraduate scholars program and received their qualifying degree from UCLA within two to five years* of applying to the Big Bang Theory Fellowship program.

3. Maximum of five years of funding from the Chuck Lorre Foundation, as administered by UCLA Division of Graduate Education. Eligibility for annual renewal will be based on the following:

• Student remains in good academic standing as defined by their specific degree program;

• Maintains “full-time” status or meets minimum unit enrollment as defined by degree program; and

• Remains within the University of California.

• Continuing students submit annual progress updates via the Office of Scholarships and Student Support Initiatives (SSI)

4. Any changes to a scholar’s graduate program or focus need to be shared with the Office of Scholarships & Student Support Initiatives as soon as possible. Changes could impact scholar eligibility for this fellowship.

How to Apply

•  Deadline for first-year applicants is May 1. The Big Bang Theory Graduate Fellowship Application will be provided by, and must be submitted to the Office of Scholarships and Student Support Initiatives at UCLAScholarships@support.ucla.edu

•  Deadline for continuing graduate students’ funding is May 1. All continuing scholars must submit annual progress updates.

Source / More information: Official Website HERE.