Undergraduate Summer Scholars

Program Overview

Summary of changes to the USS program, beginning 2025 as directed by the Office of Research and Innovation (ORI).

Student Fellowship amount of $7000 - Consistent with a number of measures ORI has taken to work on ensuring equity, the fellowship amount for USS students will be increased to match that of NSF REU students;
Project costs of up to $800 per award will be available and can be used for supplies, services, and travel in support of the USS project;
45 slots are available;
Successful applicants may not enroll in classes or seek employment during the 10-week, full time program.

The �� Integrated Learning Office facilitates the Undergraduate Summer Scholars Program. The USS program’s primary goals focus on student-centered learning through mentored research.

This 10-week summer program aligns with ��'s focus on offering “active, engaged educational experiences for our undergraduates.”
Application is open to any �� undergraduate student who:
- is in good standing (minimum 2.0 G.P.A., not on probation, etc.).
- has completed at least their first year (defined as minimum full-time status for each of two semesters) prior to the beginning of Summer term.
- will enroll for at least one semester at �� University as an undergraduate student after the completion of the USS project and who agrees to full-time participation* in the USS program (*as defined by the administrative unit's department chair or program director).
- during the selected 10-week period of USS participation agrees: NOT to enroll in other courses OR accept any fellowships, internships, volunteer positions, or employment.
The individual student is responsible for finding an eligible �� faculty mentor(s) to jointly create the research project and complete the USS application form.

Apply to USS 2027 (new application coming soon)