Covers weekly parking on campus and allows participants to focus on their work and not the daily commute. Thank you!

Covers daily food allowances for students who spend their days in the lab and library. Thank you for helping us spread the message, and receive a special shout out on Graduate Division’s Twitter @UCLAGradSchool

Covers journal costs for the participants as they document their progress through the program. Receive a special shout out on Graduate Division’s Twitter or Instagram @UCLAGradSchool

Gifts at this level will go a long way in covering program costs such as supplies and materials for workshops and lectures. Students are introduced to resources within Graduate Division and across UCLA that will support their journey as doctoral students. Receive a personalized note from one of our scholars.

Contributions at this level are inspirational! Donors at this level will receive a UCLA or “Doctoral Alumni” tote and a special invitation to the BBQ Mixer in August.

Students who take part in Competitive Edge create meaningful connections with their mentors and fellow participants. This peer-to-peer support is an important aspect of the program that allows our students to thrive. Receive a UCLA tote, and special invitations to get a chance to meet your awardee at the BBQ Mixer and Closing Ceremony.

Be a catalyst for change and fully fund one additional award for Competitive Edge! Your contribution will fully fund one incoming doctoral student to participate in the program. Receive a UCLA tote, and special invitations to get a chance to meet your awardee along with Dean Robin Garrell.