THE MAS PHD STUDENT MENTORSHIP PROGRAM

With generous support from the MAS PhD Student Fund, we are pleased to announce that the sixth annual MAS PhD Mentorship Program will take place during the 2026 IMA Doctoral Colloquium!

What is it?
Participating students meet with one assigned faculty mentor for 1 hour during the IMA Doctoral Colloquium on January 8, 2026, and receive feedback on a research proposal.

Why should students apply?
This is a fantastic opportunity to spend one-on-one time with more experienced researchers and receive valuable feedback on your research proposal.

Who is eligible?
3rd and 4th year PhD students.

How do students apply?
To apply, simply select the PhD Mentorship Program option when applying for the MAS Doctoral Colloquium and download and submit your research proposal template HERE by September 30, 2025. Applicants will be notified of admittance decisions by October 15, 2025.

Is any funding available?
Yes, students who participate in the PhD Mentorship Program may be eligible for reimbursement of travel costs, up to $500. This reimbursement is in addition to any IMA Doctoral Colloquium lodging reimbursement you might receive.

What happens after students are accepted to the MAS PhD Student Mentorship Program?
Once admitted, students will be matched with faculty mentors who are experts in students’ research areas.

Prior to the Colloquium, matched students and faculty mentors can discuss whether any updates have been made to the research proposal, the aspects of the proposal for which feedback is desired, and any other pertinent issues related to the proposal.

Want to be a faculty mentor?
Please sign up HERE by September 30, 2025.

Any other questions?

Please email Paige Patrick (php@uic.edu) or Eric Chan (eric.chan@mccombs.utexas.edu)