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Purdue University SURF Program: Paid Opportunity for Undergraduate Students
Applications are now being accepted from all qualified and interested international students for the 2025Purdue University Summer Undergraduate Research Fellowship.
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The Purdue University Summer Undergraduate Research Fellowship offers a generous stipend of $6500, a $2500 for housing, and a $1000 travel costs for your dedicated participation in the 11-week immersive research program.
In this post, the full details of the eligibility, benefits, timeline, and application procedure will be provided.
Purdue University SURF Program Abstract
- Scholarship Host: Purdue University
- Study Abroad: Study Abroad || Study-In-USA
- Location: United States of America (USA)
- Category: Scholarships || Undergraduate Scholarships || Internships || Fellowships
- Benefits: Full Scholarship
- $2000 Accommodation
- $6500 Living Stipends
- $1000 Travel Costs
- Eligibility: All Countries
- Deadline: January 15, 2025
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Purdue University SURF Program Details
The student application portal is now open for the 2025 Purdue University SURF Program.
The Purdue University Summer Undergraduate Research Fellowship (SURF) program offers a unique, immersive, 11-week research experience designed to encourage undergraduate students in their pursuit of advanced educational and career opportunities in research.
This competitive fellowship is a paid opportunity complemented with weekly professional development workshops and seminars to help build the technical and communication skills of participants. The program culminates with a student research symposium in which participants present their findings.
Purdue University SURF Program 2025 Benefits
If you apply for the Purdue University Summer Undergraduate Research Fellowship, you will get the following benefits;
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$6500 Stipend: Receive a generous stipend of $6500 paid bi-weekly for your dedicated participation in the 11-week immersive research program.
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Expert Mentorship: Gain access to seasoned faculty and graduate student mentors who offer valuable guidance, ensuring a supportive and enriching research experience.
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Professional Development Seminars: Attend specialized seminars designed to enhance your professional skills, providing insights into various aspects of academic and research careers.
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Symposium Presentation: Showcase your research findings by presenting at the prestigious SURF Symposium, offering a platform to share your work with peers, faculty, and professionals.
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Social Engagement: Enjoy a vibrant social community by participating in activities designed for bonding with fellow participants, fostering a sense of camaraderie and collaboration.
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Networking Opportunities: Engage in networking events, workshops, and seminars that connect you with professionals, researchers, and peers, expanding your professional network and creating lasting connections.
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Enhanced Communication Skills: Develop and refine your technical communication proficiency, a crucial skill for effectively conveying complex ideas, research findings, and insights in a professional context.
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$2500 housing allowance
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All external students receive the housing allowance.
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For Purdue students, they must apply by the priority deadline to be considered. If selected, they will be notified in their offer letter and the amount added to their bi-weekly compensation.
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Travel Reimbursement: External and Purdue-Indy students have access to a travel reimbursement of up to $1000. For external students, only those that apply by priority deadline will be considered for this subsidy.
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Purdue University Summer Undergraduate Research Fellowship Requirements
To be eligible for the Purdue University Summer Undergraduate Research Fellowship, applicants must satisfy the following conditions:
- Be currently enrolled as a full-time undergraduate student pursuing a bachelor’s degree at Purdue, another U.S. institution, or an international institution.
- Be a first-time participant in the Purdue SURF program, as students can engage in the program only once.
- Have completed at least one academic semester/quarter by the time of the SURF application.
- Maintain undergraduate enrollment for at least one academic semester/quarter following the conclusion of the SURF program.
- Be a rising junior or senior; Purdue-affiliated rising sophomores, including Purdue-Indy rising sophomores, are also eligible.
- Possess a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.8/4.0 or equivalnet at the time of application.
- Demonstrate the ability to actively participate in the majority of program activities. Requests for alternate start dates, up to one week post-program commencement, can be accommodated with faculty permission.
Required Documents
While applying for the Purdue University SURF Program, you will be required to submit the following documents;
- Complete Application Form
- Academic Transcripts
- Personal Statement
- Recommendation Letters
How To Apply for Purdue University SURF Program
To apply for the Purdue University SURF Program, follow the instructions we have outlined below;
- Read the information we have provided on this webpage and ensure your eligibility.
- Complete the application form
- Upload your resume.
- Upload University transcript
- Upload a PDF of your university transcript directly to the application system.
- The transcript must include your name, program of study, past courses with grades, and current course enrollments.
- Submit Statement of Purpose
- External students are required to request a letter of recommendation from a Professor/Professional who you have worked closely with. The letter should be uploaded by the application deadline.
- Talk to Purdue professors about your research interests and potential opportunities in their lab.
- Review the SURF list of research projects with undergraduate research positions.
- You can indicate your interest in these projects directly on the application by selecting up to three projects. Additional projects will be posted as they become ava
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Deadline: January 15, 2025
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