SURF Application

Minimum Application Requirements 

  • Undergraduate student currently enrolled in a life science, engineering, or related degree program, OR received an undergraduate degree in one of these disciplines within a calendar year of the application date.

  • Completed at least one academic year in their enrolled degree program and a lab course.  
  • Minimum Cumulative GPA of 2.5, preferred 3.0 (4.0 scale)
  • U.S citizens or permanent residents


Application Materials Required

  • Completed application form
  • Academic Official or Unofficial Transcripts (PDF Format)
  • Resume or CV (PDF Format)
  • Personal Statement - 2,000 character limit, including spaces (PDF Format):
    • Describe overall career goals and research interests.
    • Thoughts on how this research fellowship will help you achieve future goals.

Application Dates & Deadlines