The Future GRADS MentorSHPE Program facilitates one-to-one mentoring relationships that connect graduate school applicants with mentors to guide them through the application process. Mentees will receive guidance on the application process from those who have experienced the process themselves.
Please note that mentee applicants must be current SHPE members who are actively working on a graduate school application for Fall 2025 or 2026. Mentees can be current undergraduate students going directly into graduate school after graduation or professional members who are planning to return to college to earn a masters degree.
Meetings and tasks are designed to help mentees navigate the graduate school application process. Mentors will give guidance on tasks such as GRE preparation, securing solid recommendations, completing your CV and personal statement, evaluating programs you plan to apply to, networking opportunities to learn more about graduate programs, and more!
Fall 2025 Schedule
Mentor Applications open: July 22nd - August 12th
Mentee Applications open: July 29th - August 19th
Required Mentee Training: Sept 4th @ 7pm EST
Required Mentor Training: Sept 5th @ 7pm EST
Mentor Connections Released: Sept 10th
Connections Timeline: September 11th - November 22nd
Please view the Mentee Info and Mentor Info pages for eligibility requirements before you apply to join.
Why Become a Mentor?
- DEVELOP feedback and critical thinking skills
- GROW your SHPE professional network
- ADVANCE your leadership skills
- GIVE BACK to the SHPE Familia
Why Become a Mentee?
- GROW your SHPE professional network
- LEARN to navigate your STEM career path
- DEVELOP your professional skills
- ACHIEVE your goals in STEM
One of the greatest values of mentors is the ability to see ahead what others cannot see and to help them navigate a course to their destination. - John C. Maxwell
