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Summer Research Funding Program

The program supports three different funding tracks to support a broad range of students pursuing research opportunities in the summer. 

Program Tracks:

• Track 1 : Undergraduate Research Assistant Positions | See More
• Track 2: Undergraduate Independent Research | See More
• Track 3 : Graduate Independent Research | See More

Read about undergraduate research projects funded in the past here .

Application Details:   

Students interested in applying should carefully review the following information for the program track to which they apply: Track Description, Eligibility Criteria, Application Requirements, Selection Criteria 

Applications Open: January 22, 2024 

Application Deadline: March 4, 2024

Funding decisions to be announced by April 1, 202 4

Program Requirements:   

All students who receive funding through any of the Summer Research Funding Program tracks will be required to:

• Submit a progress report(s) to the Salata Institute’s Program administrator (mid-summer).
• Submit a Final Paper (Mid-September): A 2-4-page paper summarizing the student’s work over the summer, their methods, data collected, and any research conclusions or preliminary analysis.
• Participate in a Summer Research Poster Session (early October 2024).

Program Considerations:

• Grant payments may be subject to tax withholding depending on citizenship.
• Outside internships are not eligible for funding through this program.
• All projects must be advised by a Harvard faculty member.
• We strongly encourage applicants to apply for other sources of funding at other departments and centers.

Funding Restrictions :

• Funding from this program cannot be used for research conducted in countries rated as a high-risk travel locations by the Harvard Office of Global Support Services.
• Funding from this program cannot be used for packaged deals for hotel/airfare/car rental unless each component of the expense can be identified.
• Requests for equipment purchases of more than $250 require administrative approval.
• Funding from this program cannot be used for transportation to or from locations other than the site of the research project or research area.

The Harvard University Center for the Environment gratefully acknowledges the generous support of Bertram Cohn ’47 and the Thomas B. AB 1943 and Joan Herzfeld HUCE Undergraduate Summer Research Fund.

Track 1: Undergraduate Research Assistant Positions

Description: This track allows students to participate in summer research experiences with faculty as part of the Harvard Summer Undergraduate Research Village (HSURV). The Research Village is a collection of residential summer research programs for Harvard College students that run for 10 weeks from June 5, 2024 through August 9, 2024. Students conduct research, participate in professional development workshops, program cohort meetings, and program-specific and Village-wide social activities. They will also showcase their research achievements in the final week of their summer program through research presentations. Students from the programs of the Research Village live together in the same River House on campus, creating a robust and exciting living, learning, and social community of undergraduate researchers. Students admitted to Salata’s Research Village programs will receive a $3,000 stipend, free housing, and meals. Salata has solicited a variety of research assistantship opportunities from its faculty associates, all of which are listed here . Application reviewers will take student preferences into account—in addition to input from the project supervisors—to match students with research projects. Students will have an opportunity to accept or reject the project to which they are assigned. Participants are required to commit for the full ten weeks of the program.

Applicant Qualifications:

• Must be an undergraduate student at Harvard University and in good academic standing. 
• Must be returning as an enrolled student during the Fall term immediately following the grant period. 
• Must commit to living on campus in the Research Village for the full ten weeks of the program (June 5, 2024 – August 9, 2024)

Application Requirements:  

• Applicant Information: Collected during CARAT Login
• Select Position: Select the top 2 research assistantship positions of interest to you. 
• Research Interests: Write about your research or academic goals for the summer (150 words) and answer questions about any special financial circumstances 
• File Upload : Resume and unofficial transcript

Funding Criteria: Students’ applications will be considered by the faculty members for whom they expressed interest in working with. The selection of finalists will be coordinated by HUCE to avoid redundancy, but the final selection decisions will be made at the discretion of the faculty member hiring the research assistant. 

Questions? Contact: [email protected]

Track 2: Undergraduate Independent Research

Description : This track allows students to apply for funding to support a self-directed independent research project or thesis. Applicants must identify an individual faculty member to advise on their project. The project proposal will be reviewed, and we will contact you and your faculty advisor if there are aspects of the project that do not meet our requirements. Awards typically range from $3,000 to $6,000 and consider financial need. Funding may be spent on research-related expenses such as travel, lodging and other associated costs (see Funding Restrictions ). Applicants are strongly encouraged to apply to other sources of funding at Harvard University in addition to this program.

Applicant Qualifications : 

• Proposed research projects must be related to climate, the environment, and sustainability.
• The proposed research must be completed between the months of May through August 2024.

Application Requirements : 

• Project Description
• Itemized Budget 
• Letter of Recommendation
• Additional Questions
•  File Uploads: Current (unofficial) Transcript and Resume or CV 

Please review the Detailed Application Guidelines prior to submitting your application.  

Funding Criteria:

The Salata Institute, in consultation with a joint administrative and faculty selection committee, will make funding decisions based on the following criteria: 

• Credibility: How well the research question(s) has been explored, sufficiently grounded, adequately documented, and reflective of the field in which it is situated.  
• Clarity and Persuasiveness: How well the proposal presents a clear research agenda and explains the significance of the project as a contribution to the discipline(s) or professional community. 
• Feasibility: The likelihood that the proposed project can be completed within the proposed timeframe. 
• Purpose: Projects that directly support an individual’s completion of degree requirements (e.g., final paper or research project, or capstone requirement) will be given higher priority than research projects conducted for a conference presentation or as an independent project.  
• Faculty Support: The degree of faculty support for the project is determined by the extent to which the faculty advisor makes a strong case for the student’s work, their ability to complete the proposed project on time, and successfully meet all program requirements.

Track 3: Graduate Independent Research

Description:  This track allows Harvard graduate students to apply for funding to support their scholarly summer research endeavors related to climate and sustainability. Proposals from all academic disciplines will be considered and should address questions related to climate, sustainability, and the environment as a core component of the research. Grants up to $6,000 will be awarded for selected projects that may be spent on research-related expenses such as travel, lodging, and other associated costs (see Funding Restrictions ). Harvard graduate students are only eligible to receive funding through this program once. Applicants are strongly encouraged to apply to other sources of funding at Harvard University in addition to this program. 

Applicant Qualifications:  

To apply for funding through the Graduate Independent Research track applicants must meet the following qualifications:

• Must be a graduate student at Harvard University and in good academic standing.
• Must be returning as an enrolled student during the Fall term immediately following the grant period.
• The proposed projects must have support from a faculty advisor.
• The proposed projects must address a research question that explores challenges related to climate, sustainability, and the environment. 
• Project Description 
• Letter of Recommendation 
• File Uploads: Current (unofficial) Transcript, Resume or CV, and Formal Research Proposal:  Instructions & Guidelines  

Funding Criteria:  

The Salata Institute, in consultation with a joint administrative and faculty selection committee, will make funding decisions based on the following criteria:  

• Credibility: How well the the research question(s) has been explored, sufficiently grounded, adequately documented, and reflective of the field in which it is situated.  
• Purpose: Projects that directly support an individual’s completion of degree requirements (e.g., thesis or capstone requirement, etc.) will be given higher priority than research projects conducted for a conference presentation or as an independent project or part of a publication.  

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Graduate School Summer Research Grants

Graduate School Summer Research Grants are designed to provide research support for doctoral students who served exclusively as teachers the two preceding academic semesters.  A student holding any type of fellowship, research assistantship or administrative/professional graduate appointment is not eligible. The number of Summer Research Grants awarded to each college will be sent to the college’s associate dean for graduate education, who will decide the allocation for each department and select the students they wish to support from the list of eligible Ph.D. students provided.

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This program is offered through Harvard Griffin GSAS and the Leadership Alliance .

During this 10-week program, Summer Research Opportunities at Harvard (SROH) interns conduct research and participate in discussions with Cambridge-based Harvard faculty, build their presentation and research discussion skills, and take part in field trips with other Harvard summer programs. Students in the program live in Harvard housing and enjoy access to the outstanding resources of the university.

The program is funded by Harvard Griffin GSAS, Harvard Molecules, Cells, and Organisms , Harvard Genes, Ecosystems, Organisms , and the Leadership Alliance . 

Note that we also have funding for students interested in atmospheric sciences as part of the NSF-supported International Partnership in Cirrus Studies project, a collaboration including the University of Chicago, Harvard University, Princeton University, the University of Washington, and multiple European institutions. The University of Chicago has information on participating faculty . Research focuses on modeling and measurement of high-altitude clouds.

Applicants in the social sciences and humanities should feel free to write to the SROH program and indicate which Harvard faculty they have identified in their area(s) of interest and whether or not they have been in contact with said faculty.

NEW! The Department of the Classics would welcome applicants interested in fields related to Greco-Roman antiquity, including, but not limited to Republican and Imperial Latin literature, Cicero and Roman oratory, Latin historiography, reception of Latin literature, and the history of classical scholarship.

Application Process

SROH takes place between June and August. For information on eligibility requirements and how to apply, please visit the Leadership Alliance Summer Research-Early Identification Program.

Applications open on November 1, 2022, and must be submitted by February 1, 2023.

Room, Board, and Stipends

The in-person version of the program covers travel to and from the program, housing, and typically a stipend of $3,500 and a food allowance of $1,500. Students participating in MARC or similar programs that provide summer support are welcome to apply. Students are required to participate for the full period of the program. 

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The following list represents various internships, fellowships, and other opportunities that have been available annually to Stanford students.

• Engineering in Service International Fellowship :  Engineering in Service International Fellows have the opportunity to spend a summer working full time with a supervisor/mentor in an international organization of their choice
• Freeman Spogli Institute :  To provide Stanford students with international opportunities to advance their personal, academic, and professional objectives
• Stanford Seed Internships :  For students interested in private sector solutions to international development, Seed offers internships with small to medium sized businesses in Africa and India participating in the Institute's Transformation Program
• Schneider Fellows :  Stanford students work at leading U.S. nongovernmental organizations (NGOs) in the sustainable energy field. Fellows spend a quarter tackling the world’s economic, environmental, social, and technical challenges associated with harnessing energy resources to deliver energy services
• Stanford Energy Internships in California/Colorado (SEIC) :  This is an energy-related summer internship program for undergraduate and graduate students
• TomKat Impact Fellowships :  Actively contribute to the development and deployment of innovations that aim to tackle the energy, food, water, and environmental challenges facing society (undergrads and masters)

Other opportunities exist for Stanford Graduate Students and can be taken advantage of across a wide spread of topical interests. 

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Summer Research Fellowships

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Summer Research Fellowships provide summer support to doctoral students so they may focus exclusively on their dissertation research. Each named fellowship is made possible through a generous gift to The Graduate School and is intended to enable students to complete their degree more quickly by supporting students who normally do not have funding during the summer.

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You are eligible if:

• You are a fully-enrolled, degree-seeking doctoral student in a residential program administered by The Graduate School.
• You are enrolled full-time for Spring 2024 and Fall 2024 (for Summer 2024 fellowship)
• You have no other funding for the summer (including TA or RA)
• You will not be taking summer courses

If you are awarded this fellowship, you may be asked to present the products of your summer work to The Graduate School, and your faculty mentor must be willing to provide a written evaluation of your work to The Graduate School at the conclusion of your fellowship.

Students who have previously received a Summer Research Fellowship are not eligible to apply again.

In order for you to be able to devote yourself exclusively to your summer research, you may not enroll in any courses during the summer.

The award is a one-time $7,000 stipend at the beginning of the summer.

Depending on funding, this award may change from year to year.

Your application will be reviewed according to the following criteria:

• You have a strong graduate academic record.
• Your application materials are understandable to a general audience outside of your field.
• Your research design is clearly outlined and appropriate.
• Your research plan is feasible for the timeline proposed.
• Your advisor will provide an appropriate level of mentorship during the fellowship period.

View an in-depth description of the review and selection process.

Each department may nominate up to TWO students per year for the Summer Research Fellowship.

Deadlines are posted on the funding deadlines calendar.

View Frequently Asked Questions about the online application .

• Please check with your department for their internal deadline. You must complete your application early enough for your department to nominate you to The Graduate School by the deadline .
• Prepare your application materials: research narrative and curriculum vitae
• Arrange for a letter of recommendation . Be sure to follow the application guidelines
• Before submitting your application, we suggest you get feedback on your narrative from a person outside of your field.
• Submit your materials on the Graduate School Award Online Application .
• Once you submit your application, your recommender will receive an email asking him/her to submit a letter via the online system.
• At the same time, the fellowship and award approver for your department will receive an email notifying them that you submitted your application.
• Once your letter of recommendation has been submitted, your department may nominate you for the fellowship. If your department selects your application, they must nominate it to The Graduate School by the deadline .
• We will notify awardees in mid-April.

We will not consider your application if you exceed any of the page limits or if you do not follow the proper format.

A complete application includes:

• Online Application

Research Narrative

• Curriculum Vitae
• Letter of Recommendation

Address your research description to an audience of intelligent reviewers who may not be familiar with your field. Clearly explain the importance of your research to a lay audience. Do not use jargon or technical, field-specific terminology.

Format: No more than 3 pages, double-spaced, 12-point font, 1-inch margins, numbered pages, and your name on each page

• Describe your plan for utilizing this summer research fellowship.
• Describe your research goals, methodology, resources you will use, and specific plans for your summer work. You must include information on advance planning required to conduct your research in other locations, such as approvals from archives/libraries, or foreign countries, international universities/colleges, or other such permissions required to conduct your research or collect your data in that location.
• Describe what you hope to accomplish by the end of your summer fellowship.

Curriculum Vitae:

Format: No more than 2 pages, 12-point font, 1-inch margins, numbered pages, and your name on each page.

• Include recent professional activities, awards, honors, and courses you have taught.

Letter of Recommendation:

You must have a letter of recommendation from the faculty mentor who will provide you guidance in your research.

Indicate your recommender’s email address in your application.

Once you submit your application, your recommender will receive an email asking them to submit a letter of recommendation.

Instructions for recommenders: The letter of recommendation should be no more than 4,000 characters (spaces included), which is approximately 600 words or one single-spaced page.

Address the letter of recommendation “To the Fellowship Committee.” Include:

• How the faculty mentor will provide guidance to the student in preparing his/her plan for summer research
• What products the student will produce by the end of the summer
• How the student’s work will be evaluated
• A description of other funding received or pending (if applicable)
• The faculty mentor’s willingness to provide a written evaluation of the student’s summer research to The Graduate School no later than September 15, 2024 .

We can only accept letters of recommendation through the online system. Recommenders cannot submit letters directly to The Graduate School or to the student’s department.

Graduate School Fellowships Office [email protected]

Summer research programs

Mit offers a variety of summer research opportunities for current undergraduate students interested in enhancing their education and developing their research skills to become competitive graduate applicants.  .

Below is a selection of programs and research opportunities geared toward undergraduate students. For non-MIT programs, please visit  PathwaysToScience.org  for a searchable database of 650+ summer research programs in all STEM disciplines.

Broad Institute Summer Research Program (BSRP)

The Broad Summer Research Program (BSRP), funded by the National Human Genome Research Institute, is a national program designed for undergraduate students who have a commitment to research and an interest in genomics.  The program has a strong record of success in helping students to nurture their passion for research and succeed in graduate school and scientific careers.

Please visit the  Broad Summer Research Program  website for further details.

CCHF Chemistry Summer Undergraduate Research Program (CSURP)

The Center for Selective C-H Functionalization (CCHF) Chemistry Summer Undergraduate Research Program (CSURP) provides an opportunity for undergraduate students with a strong interest in the chemical sciences to conduct supervised research with a faculty mentor, graduate students, and postdocs within the Center’s extensive network.

Please visit the CSURP website for further details.

Center for Energy Efficient Electronics Science Summer Research Program (E 3 S REU)

E 3 S REU is a 9-week summer residential program that offers rising juniors or seniors in Bachelor of Science or Engineering programs the opportunity to conduct research in the laboratories of E 3 S faculty. Participants of this competitive merit-based program undertake cutting edge electrical engineering, material science, physics and chemistry research projects.

Please visit the  E 3 S REU  website for further details.

Materials Science and Engineering Center (MSREC)

The Materials Science and Engineering Center collaborates with the Materials Processing Center to offer a nine-week summer research internship program. The objective of the program is to provide undergraduates with an opportunity to immerse themselves in exciting materials research as part of a team of graduate students and postdoctoral associates under the leadership of MSREC faculty.

Please visit the  MSREC  website for further details.

Harvard-MIT Health Sciences and Technology Summer Institute in Biomedical Optics

The HST Summer Institute offers a unique opportunity for outstanding undergraduate college students considering a career in biomedical engineering and medical science. This highly competitive program offers a hands-on research experience in a scientific community internationally recognized for its leadership and commitment to excellence.

Please visit the  HST Summer Institute  website for further details.

Lincoln Labs Summer Research Program

Each summer, the Laboratory offers undergraduate and graduate students the unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in a leading-edge research environment. Program participants contribute to projects and gain experience that complements their courses of study. In recent summers, we’ve hired more than 200 students representing top universities.

Please visit the  Lincoln Labs Summer Research Program  website for further details.

MIT Summer Research Program-Bio (MSRP-Bio)

10-week research-intensive summer training program to advanced non-MIT sophomore and junior science majors who have an interest in a research career.

Please visit the  MSRP Bio  website for further details.

MIT Summer Research Program (MSRP) – General

This nine-week, fully funded summer program brings together a talented pool of underrepresented minorities and underserved students to engage in on-campus research led by dedicated MIT faculty members, postdoctoral fellows, and graduate students. It is an invaluable experience for any student considering further graduate education.

Please visit the  MIT Summer Research Program  website for further details.

MIT-Woods Hole Oceanographic Institute (WHOI) Summer Student Fellow Program

A research project is at the heart of the Summer Student Fellowship program. All Fellows are expected to work on a project selected in collaboration with their sponsor(s) that will provide meaningful results in one summer’s work. Project topics span the vast spectrum of research in ocean sciences and engineering conducted in WHOI’s science departments and the Woods Hole Field Station of the U. S. Geological Survey (USGS).

Please visit the  MIT-WHOI Summer Student Fellow Program  website for further details.

Philosophy in an Inclusive Key Summer Institutes (PIKSI)

Philosophy in an Inclusive Key Summer Institutes are designed to encourage undergraduates from underrepresented groups to consider future study of philosophy. Undergraduates and recent graduates from underrepresented groups such as women, African Americans, Chicano/as and Latino/as, Native Americans, Asian Americans, Paci c Islanders, LGBTs, economically disadvantaged communities, and people with disabilities are urged to apply.

Please visit the PIKSI website for further details.

Research Experiences for Undergraduates at the MIT Haystack Observatory

Haystack Observatory invites undergraduate science, engineering, and computer science students to apply for summer research positions. Support is provided by the National Science Foundation’s Research Experiences for Undergraduates program. Women, minorities, and students with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Please visit the  REU at the MIT Haystack Observatory  website for further details.

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Summer Research Fellowship for First- and Second-Year Ph.D. Students

First- and second-year students in Ph.D. programs that participate in the guaranteed Summer Research Fellowship program. See the Eligibility section for details.

Beginning in 2014, most Ph.D. students at Duke are guaranteed summer research fellowships for the summers after their first and second academic years of study. In addition to summer tuition and fees, the fellowship awards a full summer stipend plus tuition and fee support.

Note:  Ph.D. students in the Carolina-Duke Graduate Program in German are eligible for first- and second-year guaranteed summer fellowships, but must be homed and registered at Duke in summer semster to receive financial support.

Eligibility

• Applicants are not eligible for this fellowship if they receive other full-time summer funding, whether compensatory or noncompensatory. Fully funded internships, Dean's Graduate Fellows, NSF GRFP fellows on tenure, research and full-time teaching assistants are not eligible.
• Applicants must be in good academic standing.
• Applicants must be completing their first or second academic year of study.
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* - At this time, Ph.D. students in the Nicholas School of the Environment are not eligible for guaranteed summer research fellowships from The Graduate School. Ph.D. students in Ecology and Environmental Policy, which are partially funded by the Nicholas School of the Environment, are eligible.

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• A one-page proposal outlining how the summer funding will be used to advance your educational pursuits.

Note:   No letters of recommendation are required for the Summer Research Fellowship for First- and Second-Year Ph.D. Students.

Go to The Graduate School’s  fellowship application system  to submit your application. |  Application instructions (PDF)

Summer Funding for Graduate Students

With gratitude to generous donors, the Psychology Department typically awards several fellowships that come with stipends of $5,000 to Psychology graduate students to continue their research over the summer. We typically award 5-8 fellowships each summer. The fellowships are described in alphabetical order by donor last names below.

Deborah Greenwald Fellowship

The Deborah Greenwald Fellowship was established in 2012 thanks to a generous gift from Celia Rumsey, AG90, A19P, to benefit graduate students within the Department of Psychology in the Graduate School of Arts and Sciences. This fellowship recognizes Dr. Debby Greenwald’s teaching and mentoring, and is mentioned in this Tufts Alumni & Friends featured story .

Martin Paczynski Fellowship

This fellowship is available thanks to the generous gift from Hanna Paczynski to Tufts in recognition of Dr. Martin Paczynski (Ph.D. Tufts Psychology) contribution to the field of human cognition. Martin passed away in 2018; he is remembered fondly by friends and colleagues .

Jeffrey Stibel Fellowship

This fellowship is available thanks to the generous gift from Dr. Jeff Stibel, A95, to enrich and support scholarship in Cognitive Science at Tufts. Learn more about student fellows .

Student/Trainee Summer Research Grant Opportunity

Boston University’s Center on Emerging Infectious Disease (CEID) is pleased to announce the availability of two research grants (one for graduate students and one for doctoral and postdoctoral students) pursuing innovative research projects related to CEID’s mission . The project has to focus on public health, policy, clinical, social sciences, or data sciences research related to emerging infectious diseases, outbreaks, global health security, pandemic preparedness or the effects of any of the above. These grants aim to support students in their academic and professional development by providing financial assistance for their research endeavors. Each of the two awards are $5,000. Students should identify a faculty mentor who will oversee their research over the summer and can speak to their qualifications and experience.

Update: Recipients announced

We were excited to receive many strong applications. Based on our faculty members’ review of the submissions, we are happy to announce we will be awarding grants of $5,000 each to Katherine Reifler, MD and Palak Shah .

CEID is proud to support these two important research projects. Katherine Reifler’s research is entitled, “Prospective analysis of the burden of cardiac complications in patients with HIV and Chagas disease co-infection compared to Chagas disease alone” and Palak Shah’s work will explore how climate change is leading to behavior changes for home ventilation and the impact the has on tuberculosis transmission in India.

Grant application information

Eligibility: We encourage graduate, doctoral and postdoctoral students (including medical students, residents, and fellows) from all disciplines to apply for this opportunity who are currently enrolled in a program at BU and will be in attendance in that program during Fall 2024 as well.

Application deadline for 2024 awards is March 29, 2024. Awardees will be announced by mid-April.

How to apply: Please email all application materials  to  [email protected] . The email should have the subject line “CEID Student Summer Research Grant Application.”

Application Requirements:

1. Curriculum Vitae (CV): Please provide a comprehensive CV detailing your academic background, research experience, publications (if any), and any relevant professional experience.

2. Budget: Submit a detailed budget outlining how the grant funds will be allocated for your research project. Be sure to include estimates for all anticipated expenses. The maximum award is $5,000.

a. Graduate student applications can use the funds for either their time over the summer or towards research expenses related to their proposed project

b. Doctoral and postdoctoral students (generally funded) should use the funds towards research expenses related to their proposed project

3. Research Plan (two pages maximum): Prepare a concise research plan which includes:

a. short background on the issue you are doing research on

b. methodology and analysis plan (if you are conducting human subjects research, you must provide a plan for IRB submission or proof of IRB approval or exemption).

c. the significance of the project to CEID’s mission

d. proposed outcomes and products, and timeline (projects can be completed in 12 months but must be started in summer 2024)

4. Faculty Letter of Support: Include a letter of support from your faculty advisor or research mentor. (If you are conducting research with an external organization, the letter can be from the supervisor who will oversee the research). The letter should affirm the feasibility of your proposed research project and should also attest to your capabilities as a researcher and any relevant experience or background. Faculty and research supervisors should ensure responsible conduct of research during project implementation. (The letter should be emailed directly from the faculty member to [email protected] . The email should have the subject line “CEID Student Summer Research Grant Recommendation” and include in the body the name of the student the letter is supporting.)

Expectations for award:

1. Provide a written final report

2. Present research results at a CEID faculty meeting

3. Share project summary to be included in CEID website and center publications

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Announcing the 2024 CICI Summer Research Grants

The Center for Interdisciplinary Critical Inquiry offers summer research grants of up to $5,000 for interdisciplinary, interdivisional, creative and/or collaborative projects on urgent contemporary issues such as climate change, authoritarianism, race, borders and migration. Students working across divisional lines such as arts and humanities, social sciences, art practice, digital humanities and law are especially encouraged to apply. Examples of such projects might be dissertation research on climate and literature, a collaborative essay on digital platforms and disinformation, or an exhibition on borders. The project must have an interdisciplinary component to be considered. A humanistic component is preferred but not mandatory.

Graduate Students: up to $5000 Undergraduate: up to $1000

For All Applicants:

The funds can be used to purchase equipment (excluding computers or other hardware), materials/supplies for creative projects/exhibits, to pay for memberships to scholarly organizations, to purchase journals, books, and other primary materials, for the organization of small conferences or workshops, and to visit archives/libraries/museums in order to access research materials that are not available online. Living expenses are excluded.

Please note: Applicants must have at least one remaining semester of active enrollment (Fall 24 or later), in order to be eligible.

Requirements:

1 page project description 1 short letter of recommendation (1 page max.) 1 paragraph itemized budget

Please complete this form  and upload all materials by midnight, Friday, April 5th.

Successful applicants will present their proposed summer research at a lunch workshop in early May 2024 and share their results at a reception in early September 2024.

For questions, please email [email protected]

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LACS Graduate Student Summer Research Grants

LACS will offer up to three research grants to qualified graduate students who need to conduct field research over the summer of 2024.

Up to $1,500 each.

Eligibility

Criteria for selection includes a substantive focus on Latin America or the Caribbean. Such grants are not intended to cover international travel costs (flights from the U.S. to the country of study).  If you need a grant for the cost of international airfare to get to the country of your study site from the U.S., please apply for an Einaudi Center Travel Grant .    

How to Apply

Click the button below to access the online funding application. Applicants are asked to provide:

• A proposal of the work to be undertaken, including a detailed budget.
• A tentative itinerary/schedule. 
• A of list previous and current grant monies received. 
• A faculty recommendation from within the applicant's area of study.

Notification of awardee selection will be sent by March 31, 2024. 

If your proposal includes travel to an elevated risk country , you will need to submit a request to ITART to travel. In the event that you receive Einaudi travel grant funds, the award will not be released until you complete the ITART application process. You are strongly encouraged to have a back-up plan for your project in the event that your ITART application is denied, or if the country to which you are travelling should become an elevated risk country subsequent to receiving your travel grant.

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Participants must be U.S. citizens or permanent residents and currently enrolled in a graduate degree program (full-time or part-time) leading to a master’s or Ph.D. degree.

• Participants receive a $10,000 stipend throughout the duration of the program.
• Mote’s Research Experience for Graduate Students has funded two graduate research internship positions annually since 2019.

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Red tide is a major toxic threat on Florida’s coastline. On a nearly annual basis, dense blooms of Karenia brevis impact coastal waters of southwest Florida and produce high concentrations of polyether neurotoxins, collectively referred to as brevetoxins. Brevetoxin exposure results in the strandings or deaths of hundreds of sea turtles and manatees each year.

The impact on human health is also dramatic with up to $4 million in emergency room visits for red tide-related respiratory issues. However, red tides are not the only threat to Florida’s ecosystems. Near-shore environments are inundated with a mixture of chemical toxicants from industry and agriculture. In line with Mote’s mission to promote marine science and conservation in a changing world, this project aims to understand the cellular impacts of multiple toxic stressors, many of which are rarely studied in marine species. Recognizing that humans, wildlife, and marine ecosystems share the burden of environmental chemical exposures, we will employ a One Environmental Health approach to investigate how toxins affect us all. We will conduct lab-based toxicological exposures using cell cultures. Applicants should have proficiency in pipette skills, calculating stock dilutions, and lab safety. The chosen graduate student will gain experience in toxicological research including cell culturing and sterile technique, chemical dosing, chemical uptake analysis, RT-qPCR, ELISA, microscopy, and experimental design.

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Interactions between bacteria and algae within a harmful algal bloom (HAB) are now recognized to play an important role in bloom duration and toxicity. Data suggests that HABs can lead to significant shifts in the microbial community structure of an area, and inversely, microorganisms within a HAB can regulate the bloom through mutualistic, commensal, or antagonistic activities. Few studies on Karenia brevis blooms in the Florida Gulf region have highlighted the complex and dynamic relationship between bacteria and dinoflagellates within a bloom. This project aims to further investigate the relationships between K. brevis and its associated microorganisms in lab cultures to determine the role of these microorganisms in the growth of K. brevis .

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Live and learn in the heart of Silicon Valley at one of the world’s leading research universities. Renowned for entrepreneurial innovation and academic excellence, Stanford gives you the opportunity to enrich your curiosity, creativity, and knowledge in a variety of disciplines to help you reach your full potential. Summer Session Students enjoy access to Stanford’s exceptional resources, including learning from scholars at the top of their field, access to state-of-the-art athletic facilities, world-class libraries, superior academic support, and more.

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• Attending as a commuter and taking the minimum 3 units? Costs start at $5,142
• Living on campus and taking 5 units (typically 1-2 courses)? Costs start at $13,224

International students for whom Stanford generates or transfers sponsorship of an I-20 (Certificate of Eligibility for the Nonimmigrant F-1 Student Visa) are required to maintain enrollment in a minimum of 8 course units.

Stanford University sets tuition rates for all students. To see a detailed breakdown of what the program may cost you, use our Calculator .

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• Be at least 18 years of age at the start of the program.
• Have graduated or have completed your requirements from your university or post-secondary institution.

Application requirements include:

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Types of funding, graduate assistantships.

There are three types of graduate assistantships on campus: teaching, project, and research assistantships. Programs use their own internal processes to award assistantships to students.

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Fellowships

Fellowships are grants that you do not have to pay back. Unlike graduate assistantships, fellowships generally involve no work obligations. There are both campus/departmental and external fellowships.

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Traineeships

Traineeships are supported by federal training grants from agencies like the NIH and NSF. Benefits typically include tuition/fee remission, stipend, and health insurance. To inquire about traineeships, check with your graduate program coordinator.

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Student loans

The Office of Student Financial Aid provides information and assistance to prospective, new, and enrolled graduate students about federal work study and student loans.

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Student jobs

The UW–Madison Student Jobs Center has listings of open positions both on campus and off campus in Madison and the surrounding areas. Keep in mind that only 33% and higher graduate assistantships provide tuition remission for eligible students.*

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Research and travel grants

This Graduate School competition includes awards for international and domestic travel for eligible UW–Madison graduate students who are traveling to present at a conference or conduct research supporting their dissertation, thesis, or final project.

• Read about the Student Research Grants Competition More

*Graduate students enrolled in service-based pricing programs , such as online and accelerated programs, are ineligible to receive tuition remission. Students should consult with their graduate programs and read their admission and appointment letters carefully to understand their benefits eligibility.

Funding for international students

U.S. citizenship is a requirement for some fellowships, but there are others for which international students are eligible, including University Fellowships and some departmental fellowships. Adequate financial resources are required for applicants.

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Cost of attendance

Cost of attendance (COA) is an estimate of what it will cost to cover the expenses of attending UW–Madison. Your COA is more than just tuition and fees – it includes cost of housing, books, supplies, health insurance, and other living expenses. Although the actual cost of attending UW–Madison varies depending on your particular spending habits, the university bases your financial aid award on your COA. Visit the Office of Student Financial Aid website to learn more.

Segregated fees

Most UW–Madison students are assessed segregated fees in addition to tuition. These fees fund the bus pass program, University Health Services, the Child Care Tuition Assistance Program, and other services, which are used at significant rates by graduate students.

Students with tuition remission are required to pay segregated fees. Fellowships paid through the Graduate School (not including Vilas travel awards) cover segregated fees in addition to tuition.

Segregated fee allocation

Segregated fees are funds dedicated to supporting various student service programs and organizations. The student government on campus is responsible for the allocation of these funds. The Student Services Finance Committee (SSFC) of the Associated Students of Madison (ASM) submits budget recommendations to the ASM Student Council and the Chancellor as to how student fees should be spent.

Stipend rates and benefits

Graduate students with assistantship appointments of 33.3% or higher receive multiple benefits including a monthly stipend, remission* of both resident and non-resident tuition, and eligibility for health insurance with appointments of at least a full semester (for academic year positions) or six months (for annual positions). Students also build professional competency through assistantship experiences. *Graduate students enrolled in service-based pricing programs , such as online and accelerated programs, are ineligible to receive tuition remission. Students should consult with their graduate programs and read their admission and appointment letters carefully to understand their benefits eligibility. See a list of UW–Madison programs with service-based pricing (NetID login required).

Investing in graduate assistantships

UW–Madison invests millions in support for graduate assistantships, including teaching assistantships, project assistantships, research assistantships, and lecturer student assistant appointments. Recent increases have placed UW–Madison’s minimum stipend levels for graduate assistants at or above the peer institution median.

Understanding the funding process

Admissions and funding decisions.

At UW–Madison, admissions and funding decisions are made by the specific graduate program(s) to which you apply rather than by a centralized cross-campus process.  Because of the diversity of graduate programs available on campus, graduate programs differ in how they make admissions and funding decisions.  For example, some graduate programs only admit students if they can support them financially with assistantships, traineeships, or fellowships, while other graduate programs admit students without a funding offer.

Graduate programs at UW–Madison also differ in the timing of their admissions and funding decisions.  Some graduate programs make admissions and funding decisions at the same time while other programs make admissions decisions first and funding decisions later.  As a result, you should always start your search for information about funding by contacting your intended program(s).  Program staff will be able to tell you how, when, and to what level funding is typically awarded to incoming students.  Likewise, if you have been admitted to a program, but have not received an offer of funding, you should contact the program to inquire about the timing of their funding decisions.

Funding packages

You may receive a funding offer from your graduate program.  A  funding package  is an offer of financial support put together by your program for a specified number of years.  A funding package may include a combination of different types of appointments (e.g.,  TA positions, program assistantships, or fellowships).

The terms and conditions of those appointments, including your stipend, may vary from year to year or from term to term. In addition, students enrolled in service-based pricing programs, such as online and accelerated programs, are ineligible for tuition remission.

Remember that fellowships do not require you to work, but graduate assistantship and student hourly appointments do.  Therefore, it is very important that you take the time to understand the funding package you are offered.  The funding letter sent to you by the program should outline all the components of the package being offered.  For each appointment, you should ask for the following information:

• type of position (e.g., research assistantship, teaching assistantship, fellowship);
• start and end dates;
• percentage of the appointment/number of work hours required (e.g., a 50% appointment is 20 hours);
• stipend amount;
• note that graduate students enrolled in service-based pricing programs , such as online and accelerated programs, are ineligible for tuition remission. See a list of UW–Madison programs with service-based pricing (NetID login required).
• payment of segregated fees, if applicable;
• eligibility for health insurance; and
• additional benefits, if any (e.g., travel funds, professional development funds, priority for graduate student housing, etc).

If you have any questions about your funding package or about the information in your funding letter, contact your graduate program.

Payroll taxes are assessed in identical circumstances for stipends provided to research assistants (RAs), project assistants (PAs), and teaching assistants (TAs) — i.e., income taxes are withheld, but FICA tax is not as long as the student is enrolled in at least a half time course of study. Trainee and fellow stipends are also taxable; however, tuition, fees, and books may be deducted before students calculate their tax liability. Find more information on the Office of Human Resources’ Pay webpage .

Federal Insurance Contributions Act (FICA) tax

FICA tax funds social security and Medicare programs. To be eligible for FICA exemption, non-dissertator graduate students must be enrolled at UW–Madison at least half time (4 credits during the spring and fall semesters), or 3 credits for dissertators. Read more about Student FICA exemptions .

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Where to find graduate school scholarships, tips for applying and winning scholarships, graduate school scholarships: your path to affordable education.

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• Grad school scholarships provide funds to cover your educational costs. 
• In general, you don't have to repay scholarships or grants after graduation. 
• Start your search for grad school scholarships with your school's financial aid office.

Graduate school can help you take your career ambitions to the next level. But the cost can be very high. That's where grad school scholarships and grants come in. Scholarships and grants don't need to be repaid, which means you can leave school with minimum drag on your post-graduation finances.

Merit-based vs. need-based scholarships

Merit-based scholarships are awarded based on your academic achievements and other achievements. In contrast, need-based scholarships are awarded based on the financial need of the student.

Subject-specific scholarships

Beyond these need-based and merit-based scholarships, you can find specialized scholarships designed for particular fields of study or demographics. For example, you might find a scholarship opportunity based on your prior military experience or your desire to obtain a graduate degree in STEM.

Your university

Before you can snag a scholarship, you'll have to find the opportunity and apply for it . Your school's financial aid office is a good place to start your search because they might have information on school-specific scholarships.

Online scholarship databases

You can also find scholarship opportunities through online search engines, like the U.S. Department of Labor's free tool or Scholarships.com . To locate scholarships specific to you, filter searches by "graduate level" and your field of study.

Professional organizations and employers

Many organizations offer some form of scholarship or tuition reimbursement to students pursuing related careers, or those gaining skills to aid in their existing role.

Grant databases

Grants are another form of funding that you usually don't have to pay back. Below are some of the most popular grants for grad school:

• Federal grants: Some federal grants are available to graduate students, including the TEACH Grant, which is designed to prepare them for teaching at the elementary or secondary school level. After graduation, grant recipients must teach full-time for at least four years in a school that serves low-income students. Skipping the teaching commitment means you'll have to repay the funds. 
• State grants : Many states provide grant opportunities to students. In some cases, these grants are designed to support students pursuing a graduate degree that's relevant to the state's needs. 
• Institutional grants : Many colleges and universities provide grant opportunities to students. You can find out about these opportunities through your school's financial aid office. 
• Private grants: Some organizations and foundations offer grant funding to graduate students. In most cases, you'll need to meet some specific eligibility requirements to apply. 

Tapping into this source of free money for college is a worthwhile option. If you are interested in grant funding, start by filling out the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) to potentially tap into federal grant opportunities. 

In terms of state-level, institutional, and private grants, you'll need to do some research to find grants that might apply to your unique situation. Consider reaching out to your school's financial aid office, they might have more information on grant opportunities you can apply for.

When you find an enticing opportunity, it's important to craft a compelling application. Many scholarships require an essay, which could make or break your chances. 

"Writing essays for a graduate scholarship is not the same as it was for undergraduates," says Ben Ralston, president of Sachs Foundation , an organization that provides scholarship opportunities to Black Coloradans. 

"You are later in your career and can focus less on what you want to do with your education and more about what you have already accomplished," Ralston says. "Get specific in how graduate studies will develop more professional skills to build on previous accomplishments instead of speaking more generally about future goals."

Start early and apply often

It's important to note that the scholarship search process can take quite a bit of time, and once you've identified scholarships to apply for, you'll need time to prepare. Don't be selective with your scholarship applications; The more scholarships you apply to, the better your chances of winning.

Tailor your applications

When applying, personalize your essays and highlight how your experience aligns with the scholarship's mission. Be sure to triple-check your essays, and ensure that you're not referencing a separate scholarship opportunity from the one you're applying for.

Get strong letters of recommendation

Choose recommenders who can speak to your academic abilities and potential. This can be a teacher, employer, coworker, etc.

Grad school scholarship FAQs

Competition for graduate scholarships can be high, but many scholarships are available. Applying to a wide range increases your chances of success.

No, you don't. Scholarships are typically considered gift aid and don't need to be repaid.

While it's uncommon, there are some full-ride scholarships are available, especially for highly competitive programs or exceptional students.

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Cal Grants are for students who are pursuing an undergraduate degree or vocational or career training, and do not have to be repaid. In addition to meeting the financial criteria and Cal Grant requirements, you must:

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• Students who meet the general Cal Grant eligibility requirements, which can be found here

Cal Grant High School Entitlement Award For current high school seniors and recent high school graduates

The Cal Grant High School Entitlement Award is for current high school seniors and recent high school graduates. Applicants must submit a high school GPA, FASFA or CADAA to the California Student Aid Commission by March 2.

Who is considered for a High School Entitlement Award

• Current High school seniors and last year’s high school graduates
• Students who meet the general Cal Grant eligibility requirements

Cal Grant Transfer Entitlement Award For students who plan to transfer directly from a California Community College to a 4-Year University

This grant is for students who plan to transfer directly from a California Community College to a 4-Year University that offers a bachelor degree in the academic year that they are applying for the award. Deadline is March 2 and applicants must submit a FAFSA or CA Dream Act Application and have a minimum GPA of 2.4.

Cal Grant Competitive Awards For students who are not eligible for the Cal Grant Entitlement awards

This is a competitive award and limited to 13,000 awards each academic year. To be considered for the award, you must meet the general Cal Grant eligibility requirements and complete a FAFSA or CA Dream Act Application . Only students who are not awarded a Cal Grant Entitlement award can be considered. To see more information about the Cal Grant Entitlement Programs, click here .

Cal Grant B Foster Youth Award For Current and Former Foster Youth

The Cal Grant B Foster Youth award allows students who are current and former foster youth to be eligible for increased Cal Grant eligibility. Foster youth have until their 26 birthday to apply.

On July 1, 2018 California expanded the Cal Grant Program to allow students who are current and former foster youth to be eligible for increased Cal Grant eligibility.

• Resources for Foster Youth Students

Cal Grant C Award Free Money For students who are pursuing an Occupational or Technical Program

The Cal Grant C program provides FREE MONEY to students pursuing an occupational or technical program. Students must apply for FAFSA or CA Dream Act Application to apply. No GPA requirement.

Are you interested in pursuing an occupational or technical program that could bring you closer to your dream job? The California Student Aid Commission provides State financial aid for those who meet certain income, asset, and other financial aid standards to attend college. The Cal Grant C program provides FREE MONEY to students pursuing an occupational or technical program.

• Cal Grant C Priority Occupational List
• Cal Grant C Occupational List
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