Biomedical Science Careers Program

What Biomedical Science Careers Program does

Biomedical Science Careers Program (BSCP) is a Boston-based nonprofit founded in 1991 by Dr. Joan Reede at Harvard Medical School. Its mission is to increase the representation of underrepresented students in biomedical, biopharmaceutical, and health-science careers. BSCP serves high school students through postdoctoral fellows across all 50 states, DC, Puerto Rico, and 41 countries, and has reached over 18,000 participants across its 35-year history, currently serving about 2,500 students annually. Reported participant outcomes include a 99% college graduation rate, 96% working in science, healthcare, or the biomedical industry, and 85% earning an advanced degree among Hope Scholars.

BSCP's core product is a portfolio of free programs: four funding pools (Hope Scholarship at $7,500 over two years, Transition Scholarship up to $25,000, Educational Relief Fund grants of up to $1,000, and a Cytiva-supported Laptop Fund); in-person events including the biennial Biomedical Science Careers Student Conference (1,000+ students, 200+ advisors), the New England Science Symposium (240+ presenters), and Skills Workshops; virtual programming via the Career Development Series and Linkage Programs (Virtual Connect, Ask BSCP, Resume Review); and an Alumni Network operating on LinkedIn and Mighty Networks with a biennial Alumni Conference and a Fall 2026 podcast launch. Program technology is administrative and communications-oriented (Bloomerang for donations, Qualtrics for forms, Google Analytics), not a proprietary platform.

BSCP operates a donation-driven nonprofit business model with three revenue streams: corporate sponsorships (Evening of Hope gala tiers from $3,000 to $100,000+), individual donations, and in-kind support from Harvard Medical School co-sponsorship. All programs are free to students. Corporate partners include Biogen, Takeda, Regeneron, Vertex, Alnylam, Roche-Genentech, Thermo Fisher Scientific, Royalty Pharma, Rhythm Pharmaceuticals, Clearsite Bio, and Cytiva, with senior executives from most of these firms sitting on the BSCP board or event host committees. The organization is governed by an independent board led by Dr. Reede, with Hollie Borek DeSilva as Executive Director, and is not backed by any parent company or private equity sponsor.

Name

Biomedical Science Careers Program

Legal name

Biomedical Science Careers Program

Website

https://bscp.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

1991

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Biomedical Science Careers Program is a Boston-based nonprofit founded in 1991 at Harvard Medical School that provides underrepresented students with free scholarships, conferences, mentorship, and an alumni network to pursue biomedical careers.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Biomedical Career Development and STEM Workforce Education

NAICS

Educational Support Services (6117), Educational Services (61), Professional and Management Development Training (611430)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

Mentorship & Coaching (Career, Academic, Industry-Specific) (EDAMAKAA)

akta.pro secondary industries

Leadership, Service Learning & Volunteer-to-Career Pathways (EDAMAKAJ), Research, Innovation & Fellowship Prep (Labs, Competitions, Publications) (EDAMAKAI), Graduate & Professional School Preparation (EDALABAI), Corporate & Employer-Sponsored Scholarships (EDAIAOAI)

Keywords

• Biomedical career development
• STEM student mentorship
• Scholarship programs
• Workforce diversity programs
• Educational nonprofit services

Headquarters

HQ city

Boston

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Others

Revenue model

1. Corporate Sponsorships: Biomedical and pharmaceutical companies sponsor BSCP programs and events, providing funding that enables all student programs to be offered free of charge. Sponsorship tiers for the Evening of Hope event range from $3,000 to $100,000+.
2. Individual Donations: Individual donors contribute to BSCP's mission through tax-deductible donations, supporting student programs and scholarships.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

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Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

BSCP is a nonprofit educational organization that provides free programs to students from high school through postdoctoral levels seeking careers in biomedical, biopharmaceutical, and science-related fields. The organization delivers its offerings through four scholarship/grant pools (Hope Scholarship, Transition Scholarship, Educational Relief Fund, Laptop Fund), signature in-person events (Student Conference, New England Science Symposium, Skills Workshops), virtual programming (Career Development Series, Linkage Programs), and an Alumni Network — all offered at no cost to participants through corporate sponsorships and individual donations.

Product overview

The Biomedical Science Careers Program (BSCP) is a nonprofit educational organization offering a portfolio of free programs designed to support students from high school through postdoc in pursuing biomedical and science-related careers. The core offerings include four funding pools (Hope Scholarship, Transition Scholarship, Educational Relief Fund, and Laptop Fund), major in-person events (Biomedical Science Careers Student Conference, New England Science Symposium, and Skills Workshops), virtual programming (Career Development Series and Linkage Programs), an Alumni Network with its own conference and digital communities, and the annual Evening of Hope fundraising gala. All programs are provided free of charge to students thanks to corporate sponsors and individual donors.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Hope Scholarship Program Annual scholarship program awarding $7,500 paid over two years to highly motivated students with demonstrated interest in biomedical, biopharmaceutical, or science-related fields. Awards four to six students each year in October.
• Transition Scholarship Program Scholarship program created in 2024 for high-potential students at academic transition points (community college to four-year, college to post-bacc, or to graduate school). Awards $25,000 for two-year programs or $12,500 for one-year programs, paid in installments, plus advisor access and financial literacy resources.
• Educational Relief Fund Emergency grant program providing up to $1,000 for unplanned education-related expenses such as equipment repairs, lab supplies, unexpected fees, technology, books, travel, or tuition in cases of emergency need.
• Laptop Fund Program offering refurbished laptops to active BSCP students unable to purchase a computer due to financial constraints. Applications reviewed monthly; available thanks to sponsor Cytiva.
• New England Science Symposium (NESS) Annual forum where 240+ selected students and fellows present cutting-edge research through oral and poster presentations. Attended by 400+ people. 25th annual event scheduled for April 4, 2027. Co-sponsored by Harvard Medical School.
• Biomedical Science Careers Student Conference Biennial signature event attended by 1,000+ students/postdocs and 200+ advisors for networking, mentoring, and inspiration. Features small-group advising, panels for all academic levels, and a resource room with industry, academic, and organizational partners. Next conference: April 2-3, 2027 at The Westin Copley Place, Boston.
• Skills Workshops for College and High School Students Annual fall event for high school sophomores through post-baccs covering college and grad school applications, interviewing skills, resume writing, securing internships, and financial planning. Includes student panel, parent/caregiver session, and internship fair. Co-sponsored by Harvard Medical School. Next date: November 21, 2026 (tentatively) at Harvard Medical School.
• Career Development Series Biennial virtual webinar series providing tools for academic advancement and career growth. Topics include resume/CV writing, LinkedIn utilization, and negotiation strategies. Includes personal feedback on resumes/CVs and LinkedIn profiles. Last held 2026; next in Spring 2028.
• Linkage Programs Virtual resources bridging the gap between in-person events, including Virtual Connect (twice-yearly advisor matching), Ask BSCP (expert Q&A channel), and year-round Resume Review services.
• Alumni Network Community of past BSCP participants united for professional growth, lifelong learning, and giving back. Includes biennial Alumni Conference, webinars, podcasts, and private online communities on LinkedIn and Mighty Networks.
• Evening of Hope Annual fundraising gala celebrating the future of biomedical science. 35th anniversary event on Wednesday, October 21, 2026 at Fairmont Copley Plaza. Honors George D. Yancopoulos, M.D., Ph.D., Co-Founder of Regeneron.
• What's Happening Newsletter Monthly newsletter delivered to subscribers on the third Thursday of each month, featuring upcoming student programs, special events, and free resources. Also includes quarterly impact reports with student profiles and program outcomes.

Quantifiable outcome

• 99% of Hope Scholars graduate from college
• +4 more outcomes

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Partnerships

Twelve partnerships are on record, tiered core and major.

• Harvard Medical SchoolcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 1991Harvard Medical School is the founding partner of BSCP. Dr. Joan Reede founded BSCP at Harvard Medical School in 1991. Harvard Medical School co-sponsors major events including the New England Science Symposium and Skills Workshops for College and High School Students.
• CytivacoreGTM or Marketing PartnerCytiva is a BSCP sponsor and partner company that provides support for the Laptop Fund program, which offers refurbished laptops to active BSCP students in need. Cytiva representatives also attend BSCP events.
• TakedamajorGTM or Marketing PartnerTakeda is a corporate sponsor of BSCP. Julie Kim from Takeda spoke at Evening of Hope 2025. Takeda representatives including Andy Plump (President, Research & Development) serve on the Event Host Committee.
• RegeneronmajorGTM or Marketing PartnerGeorge D. Yancopoulos, M.D., Ph.D., Co-Founder, President, and Chief Scientific Officer of Regeneron, was honored at Evening of Hope 2026. Gary Herman, M.D. (Senior Vice President) serves on the Event Host Committee.
• Vertex PharmaceuticalsmajorGTM or Marketing PartnerVertex Pharmaceuticals CEO and President Reshma Kewalramani, M.D., FASN is a BSCP Board Member and quote supporter. Vertex representatives attend BSCP events and programs.
• AlnylammajorGTM or Marketing PartnerPushkal Garg, M.D., Executive Vice President and Chief Research & Development Officer at Alnylam, serves as Event Co-Chair for Evening of Hope 2026.
• Roche-GenentechmajorGTM or Marketing PartnerManu Chakravarthy, M.D., Ph.D. from Roche-Genentech serves on the Evening of Hope 2026 Event Host Committee.
• Thermo Fisher ScientificmajorGTM or Marketing PartnerDan Burch, M.D. from Thermo Fisher serves on the Evening of Hope 2026 Event Host Committee.
• BiogenmajorGTM or Marketing PartnerMichael Dambach, C.F.A., Vice President & Treasurer at Biogen, is a BSCP Board Member.
• Clearsite BiomajorGTM or Marketing PartnerChris Benko, CEO & Co-Founder of Clearsite Bio, serves as Event Co-Chair for Evening of Hope 2026.
• Royalty PharmamajorGTM or Marketing PartnerArthur R. McGivern, Executive Vice President, Investments & General Counsel at Royalty Pharma, is a BSCP Board Member.
• Rhythm PharmaceuticalsmajorGTM or Marketing PartnerDavid P. Meeker, M.D., Chief Executive Officer at Rhythm Pharmaceuticals, is a BSCP Board Member.

Scale indicators9 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Market position

Strengths4 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Number of profiles

Profiles22 records

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