Your Road to a U.S. PhD: Lessons from Anik Biswas
A Real Journey • Practical Strategies • Funding & Opportunities for International Students
Are you planning to pursue a doctoral degree in the United States?
Join us for an insightful, candid session featuring Anik Biswas, who will share his firsthand experience transitioning from Bangladesh to a fully funded doctoral program in the U.S. From crafting competitive applications and securing funding to reaching out to prospective advisors, this event will deliver actionable takeaways for prospective graduate students at every stage of their preparation.
Key Discussion Topics
- Graduate Admissions Strategy: How to build a standout profile, prepare strong application packages, and target the right programs.
- Funding & Scholarships: Securing Graduate Research Assistantships (GRA), Teaching Assistantships (GTA), and institutional fellowships.
- Advisor Outreach: Best practices for identifying, contacting, and aligning research interests with prospective faculty mentors.
- Visa & Transition: Navigating the F-1 visa process, travel logistics, and adapting to U.S. academic culture.
- Interactive Q&A: Get direct answers to your personal application and career questions.
Featured Speaker & Moderator
Featured Speaker:
Anik Biswas
Ph.D. Student, Materials Science and Engineering
University of Central Florida (UCF)
Moderator:
Dr. M. Faisal Hossain
Assistant Professor, Appalachian College of Pharmacy
Advisor, AABPS Student Chapter
Event Details
Date: Saturday, October 24, 2026
Time: 11:00 AM EDT (U.S. Eastern) / 9:00 PM BST (Bangladesh Time)
Platform: Zoom