Amgen Scholars
The Amgen Scholars Program is a national program aimed at increasing research opportunities for students committed to pursuing careers in the sciences. At Caltech, we provide visiting students the opportunity to conduct research in biology, chemistry, and bio-technical related fields under the guidance of some of the world's leading academic scientists. Research projects, along with scientific seminars, workshops, and networking events, prepare participants to pursue a Ph.D. or the joint M.D./Ph.D. degree and research careers in the sciences and biotechnology.
The 2026 stipend is $6,000 for the ten-week period, plus a $610 dining card, campus housing, and travel to and from Pasadena. Scholars are required to live in provided campus housing. The 2026 Amgen Scholars program dates are June 15-August 21, 2026.
To enrich the research experience, Amgen Scholars will attend the following:
- Weekly seminars by Caltech faculty & JPL scientists
- An academic and professional development series on developing a research career, graduate school admissions, and other topics of interest to future researchers
- Effective writing workshops
- Social and cultural activities
- Student-faculty dinners
The Amgen Scholars Program is made possible by generous funding from the Amgen Foundation. To learn more about the program or to find information about the other Amgen Scholar sites click here.