Interested in Graduate School in Chemistry or Biochemistry, but Worried You Won’t Get In? We’ve Got Your Back!

ACS-BP Program Overview

The American Chemical Society Postbaccalaureate Bridge Program (ACS-BP) is a two- year, credentialed certificate aimed at students from underrepresented/minoritized (URM) groups* in STEM. Our ACS-BP is part of the nationwide ACS Bridge Project which integrates culturally responsive practices into the program curriculum. Aligned with the national standard, this unique program at MSU Denver provides an alternative pathway to graduate programs in the chemical and/or biochemical sciences for URM students. Our goal is to create a space where students can fully engage, relax into their STEM identity, focus, and thrive while getting high-quality, rigorous preparation for graduate programs in the Chemical and/or Biochemical Sciences.

Why Choose the ACS-BP at MSU Denver?

The ACS-BP provides depth and breadth of opportunity for students in critical areas while introducing students to the graduate school experience.

• Coursework and curriculum designed with graduate admissions in mind
• 1.5 year hands-on research internship with many projects at our partner institutions and MSU Denver.
• Three tiers of comprehensive mentorship for each student
• Specific courses directly transfer toward graduate programs at our partner institutions
• Formal and informal networking integrated into courses
• Collaborative research interactions with broader scientific community and URM-centered STEM communities

*While this program is specifically designed for students from URM groups in STEM, we recognize that there are many ways that people can be systemically affected in today’s society. Therefore, any student who has experienced overwhelming circumstantial disadvantage and associated resource needs is encouraged to apply.

We Provide Holistic Student Support

• Tuition paid by MSU Denver
• Annual Living Stipend of $45,000/year
• $90/week Housing Stipend and low-cost o-campus
  housing community
• Free SHIP health insurance through Auraria Health Center
• Free ECO Pass for Denver Metro Public Transportation

Contact the Post Bac Group: chempostbac@msudenver.edu