BCM - SMART Application

Applications, unofficial transcripts and letters of recommendation are due electronically by Jan. 13, 2023.

Before beginning this application, please review the components of the SMART application as listed on the website: www.bcm.edu/smart
Name*

First NameMiddle initialLast Name
Date of Birth*

MonthDayYear
Date
PERMANENT ADDRESS:
Street Address*
City*
State*
Zip Code*
PRESENT ADDRESS:
Street Address*
City*
State*
Zip Code*
PHONE NUMBERS AND EMAIL ADDRESS:
Permanent Phone number*
cell phone
College Email Address*
example@bcm.edu
Permanent Email Address:*
personal email only. Do not use your college email address
Are you a United States citizen or permanent resident?*
If you are not a US Citizen or permanent resident, please indicate your Visa type:*
OPTIONAL INFORMATION:
Are you a member of an underrepresented group in science?
If so, please specify
https://grants.nih.gov/grants/guide/notice-files/NOT-OD-15-053.html
Please identify your gender:

MaleFemale
How did you learn of the SMART Program?*
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EDUCATION INFORMATION:
Current University/College*
City, State*
Classification*
Hours Completed*
Date of Enrollment*

MonthDayYear
Date
Expected Date of Graduation*

MonthDayYear
Date
GPA*
Expected Degree ex: BS or BA*
Major*
Previous University/College
City, State
Hours Completed
Dates of Attendance
Previous University/College
City, State
Hours Completed
Dates of Attendance
Please, list any relevant scholarships, awards, and honors (in chronological order, college then high school)
Are you currently receiving funding from any of these research training programs ?*
If Other, please specify your training program
List the courses you are currently enrolled in:*
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CAREER GOALS:
Please rank your career goals in order of preference: PhD, MD/PhD, MD or Other:
Goal #1*
Goal #2*
If other, please specify here.
In 100 words or less, please enter your " Statement of Career Objectives ":*
In order to match participants with appropriate faculty mentors, please select three (3) research areas, in order of preference, that interest you.
Choice #1*
Choice #2*
Choice #3*
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REFERENCES:
NOTE: Two (2) letters of recommendation are required from faculty who are familiar with your ability in math/science/engineering. At least one should come from faculty at your university. If you have previously worked at Baylor College of Medicine, a recommendation is required from your Baylor research mentor. The online application will send a request to your referees who will then upload the letter of recommendation directly to your application. Please convey the above requirements to your referees before submitting your completed application. The reference link will be automatically sent to each of your references for completion. An email will be sent to you once a letter has been submitted on your behalf. All application materials are due Jan. 10th.
Reference #1: If you have had prior research experience, please list the research mentor as reference #1 on the application.
Name*
Phone number*
(area code) xxx-xxxx
College/University*
Department
E-mail*
Reference #2:
Name*
Phone number*
(area code) xxx-xxxx
College/University*
Department
E-mail*
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PERSONAL/EMPLOYMENT HISTORY:
OPTIONAL: In 500 words or less, please describe obstacles you have overcome in your life to obtain an education.
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ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
Have you taken / Will you take the GRE and if so what are overall score?*
GRE Date and score:
Have you taken/Will you take the MCAT and if so what was your overall score?*
MCAT Date and score:
SMART Participants are required to spend 9-weeks on site and are required to live in designated housing near the BCM complex, except in unusual circumstances.
List any activities or circumstances that could prevent you from completing the 9-week duration of the program, including activities you may not participate in. Do NOT list any other summer research programs. Program dates are expected to be 6/03/2024-8/02/2024. You will be required to move in on 6/03/2024 and move out on 08/03/2024.
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Unofficial Transcripts must be uploaded here even if grades are still pending for the fall semester. We will reach out to you for an update if needed. DO NOT upload resumes or CVS.You do not need to submit transcripts from previous colleges you may have attended IF THE LETTER GRADES appear on your current transcript. You will be required to submit an OFFICIAL copy if you are selected to participate in the program.*

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CERTIFY AND SUBMIT
I hereby certify that the facts provided pertaining to my application for the SMART program are true and complete to the best of my knowledge. I authorize investigation of all statements contained in this application that may be necessary in arriving at an acceptance decision. I understand that, if accepted into the SMART program, any false statement on this application, receipt of unsatisfactory references or transcripts, or failure to provide proof of legal employment status may result in immediate termination from the program. I certify that I have read and agree with these statements and this represents my electronic signature.
Date:*

MonthDayYear
Date
Signature*

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Should be Empty:

	Yes, I am proficient in this skill	Not proficient, but I have been introduced to this skill	No experience with this skill
General Laboratory Skills
Statistics
Cell or Tissue culture
Animal care and surgery
Computational biology
Microscopy (specify below)
Programming (specify below)
Electrophoresis
Radioisotope handling