Student Enrichment Opportunities
The Student Enrichment Opportunities (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 experiences required and no minimum GPA, just a passion for STEM.
Apply to be an SEO Scholar!
The Student Enrichment Opportunities (SEO) MS Scholar Application for the
2025 - 2026 Academic Year is OPEN!
Master's Application, Deadline: March 14, 2025
https://sfsu.academicworks.com/opportunities/21330
Log-in to Academic Works with your SF State ID and password to apply.
Please stop by our Wednesday Zoom office hours for application questions!
Undergraduate Application, Deadline: February 14, 2025 (CLOSED)
The SEO undergraduate application is CLOSED, except for the LSAMP program with a rolling deadline.
Our Program Offerings
The Student Enrichment Opportunities (SEO) fellowships contribute to a student's scientific development through academic, professional, and financial support. Our programs include the following components:
Research * Colloquia * Conferences * Summer Activities * Computational Training * Financial Support * Mentorship Training
With our focus on hands-on high level research, professional development, and participation in national scholarly meetings, our students are well-positioned for success in PhD programs and professional biomedical careers.
SEO alumnus Juan Mendoza, Biochemistry Professor at the University of Chicago, discusses his efforts to improve diversity in STEM labs.
SEO Faculty and Alumni celebrate 25 years of the Bridge program at SF State.
SEO Scholar Achievements
Student Success
Our students are routinely recognized for their academic and scholarly achievements from the campus to the national level. Equally important is the success that comes from being part of a supportive cohort of scientists - an emerging sense of a scientific identity and the role that a diversified view has in STEM.
PhD Bound
Our SEO Scholars move on to PhD programs throughout California, the US and around the world, with over 80% completion rates.
Alumni Success
Our alumni complete post-graduate programs and move into impressive roles in STEM related careers including in education, biotech and health professions.