Incoming Freshmen

Funding for Incoming Freshmen

SEO programs are designed to prepare SF State students for STEM research careers by providing a stimulating research environment with academic and financial support. No research experience is required, just a passion for science.

Incoming freshmen students majoring in Biology or Chemistry and Biochemistry are eligible for the SF State University Genentech Foundation freshmen/sophomore scholarship. Interested students should submit a Qualtrics form.

The purpose of this program is to prepare SFSU students for STEM careers by providing a stimulating research environment with academic and financial support. No research experiences required, just a passion for science.

Scholarship includes tuition and stipends. The value over two years more than $25,000. 

 

Incoming Freshmen

Apply for SEO

The application for incoming freshmen is now open. Make sure to submit your application before the deadline on March 31, 2027.

Year 1

Total scholarship is $4,700 stipend and tuition.

Before freshmen year:

  • Students participate in Summer Bridge for 8 weeks ($1,000/month for 2 months)
  • During the summer before freshman year, students take:
    • Pre-calculus
    • Preparation for College Chemistry

During the academic year (September to May), scholars receive a $300/month stipend to participate in scholarship activities.

Year 2

Total scholarship is $5,700 stipend and tuition.

Before sophomore year:

  • Students participate in Summer Directed Research for 8 weeks at SF State ($1,000/month for 3 months).

During the academic year (September to May), scholars receive a $300/month stipend and:

  • Participate in scholarship activities as long as supported by the program
  • Are eligible to apply for junior/senior scholarships with paid tuition and stipend

Applicant eligibility:

  • Must be a SFSU student (or currently applying to become one)
  • Must be a U.S. citizen, permanent resident, DACA or AB540
  • Must commit to research for one year or more
  • Must also apply to the SF State Metro Academy

The scholarship is awarded on contingency of matriculation at SFSU.

We strongly encourage you to apply on-line, however if you are unable to do so please contact the SEO Office (seo@sfsu.edu) for an alternate, paper application packet.

Metro College Partnership

All students applying for the Genentech Foundation Freshman Scholarship must also apply to the SF State Metro Academy.