Who We Are & What We Do

GradMAP was founded on the belief that STEM careers and educational opportunities should be more accessible to everyone, including Filipinos. We believe that there are many talented and motivated students in the Philippines who’d make wonderful scientists and STEM professionals but are limited by the lack of resources and guidance.

We aim to bridge this gap by providing one-on-one mentorship, pairing students with experienced mentors in their respective fields. Mentors provide support, encouragement, and insights into the graduate school application process, as well as help polish application materials. In doing so, we hope to increase the pipeline of Filipino students pursuing graduate studies, and concurrently, build a global community of Filipino scientists to support and celebrate each other.

Our Vision

GradMAP envisions a thriving community of Filipino scientists that work to reduce barriers for Filipinos in pursuing advanced degrees in STEM and related fields

Our Mission

Increasing awareness of advanced educational and career opportunities for Filipinos

Providing mentorship and support to Filipino students from all walks of life for their graduate school applications

Building a thriving global community that facilitates collaboration among
impact-focused Filipino scientists

Our Values

Inclusion

We strive to provide equitable access to STEM opportunities for Filipinos regardless of gender, socioeconomic, geographical, or educational background.

Compassion

We try to place ourselves in other people's shoes.

We listen actively and recognize the barriers faced by people from different backgrounds.

Service

We actively find ways to open opportunities for others.

We are motivated by and fully invested in other people's success.

Collaboration

We work together to achieve our goals.

We communicate clearly, ask for help and feedback, and are open to different ideas.

Commitment

We are willing to do hard things for others.

We push through challenges and commit time and effort to helping others succeed.