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 2026 or 2027. 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 9th - August 22nd
Mentee Applications open: July 9th - August 22nd
Required Mentee Training: Sept 9th @ 7pm EST
Required Mentor Training: Sept 3rd @ 7pm EST
Mentor Connections Released: Sept 22nd
Connections Timeline: September 22nd -End of November
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
