UMD Three-Minute Thesis Competition
The 3MT competition challenges students to communicate the significance of their research projects to a non-specialist audience in just THREE MINUTES! The University of Maryland Graduate School invites graduate students from all disciplines to compete in the annual Three-Minute Thesis Competition (3MT).
Participation in the 3MT competition provides students with...
~Experience in presentation skills and public speaking
~Better perspective about how their research fits into the larger picture
~An opportunity to showcase their work to colleagues and prospective employers
~Networking opportunities with students and faculty on campus
~Recognition and prizes
The first-round college-level competitions occur in March. Winners from the first-round competitions win a college-level prize and advance to the final round 3MT competition in April.
Deadline: Register to compete by February 26, 2025.
Want to compete?
REGISTER HERE to compete in the 2025 3MT Competition.
Want to be a member of the audience?
RSVP HERE to attend the April 16 Final Round 3MT Competition.
Important 2025 Dates for 3MT Participants
| DATE | EVENT |
|---|---|
| Feb. 26 | Deadline to register for the 3MT Competition. |
| March 5 | If college level first-round is virtual, deadline to submit 3MT video and slide. |
| March 5-31 | College-level 3MT Competitions. College-level winners to be announced by March 31, 2025. |
| April 1-15 | Semi-finalists prepare for final round competition. |
| April 16 | Final Round 3MT Presentations (in-person). Winners and honorable mentions announced April 18, 2025 |
View the History and Overview of the 3MT Competition for more information.
View 3MT presentations from 2024 on this YouTube Recording.