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Cornell provides many opportunities for undergraduate students to earn funding to finance transformative experiences. Some funding opportunities within this resource are specific to a certain program and/or college, while others are open to any student. This list of opportunities is meant to serve as a beginning to your search process. You may come across a funding opportunity that is not listed within this resource. This document only lists internal funding, meaning opportunities within Cornell University’s academic programs, student and campus life, and generous donations from alumni.
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Funding ProgramHome UnitPurposeWebsiteRemarksExperience Cornell
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CALS Student Advisory Council (SAC)College of Agriculture and Life Sciences (CALS)The Student Advisory Council offers funding to CALS student organizations, groups or individuals looking to create or participate in trips, events, and other academically relevant pursuits pertaining to the CALS mission.WebsiteNo deadline listed; however, if you want to be considered for funding before the end of the semester, submit applications before November 1 (Fall Semester) or April 1st (Spring Semester)
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CALS Global Fellows ProgramCollege of Agriculture and Life Sciences (CALS)Internship-related expenses, including flight, visa expenses, and housing and foodWebsiteThe awards are up to $5,000
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CALS Alumni Association GrantsCollege of Agriculture and Life Sciences (CALS) Provides financial support for activities that complement and enhance each student’s academic experience at Cornell and for which funding is often not available. The project which receives funding should advance the mission of the college and enhance the professional goals and academic experiences of each applicant. WebsiteAwards up to $1,000
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Biology Scholars ProgramCollege of Agriculture and Life Sciences (CALS), Office of Undergraduate BiologySupports academic excellence and provides career preparation for students majoring in Biological Sciences who come from economic, gender, geographic, ethnic, or cultural groups historically underrepresented in the field of biology. WebsiteFirst semester freshman year is the only entry point into BSP
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Cornell AgriTech Summer Research Scholars ProgramCollege of Agriculture and Life Sciences /Cornell AgriTech Students work with faculty or postdocs on laboratory or field-based research projectsWebsiteBenefits include housing and a $6,200 stipend
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CALS Undergraduate Student Grants College of Agriculture and Life Sciences, Office of Academic ProgramsResearch expenses including travel to a professional meeting or conferenceWebsiteGrant ceilings vary between $500 and $1,500 for different grant programs
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Clarence S. Stein Institute for Urban and Landscape StudiesCollege of Architecture, Art, and PlanningExpenses related to fieldwork such as transportation, lodging and meals, employment of student assistants, acquisition of research materials, and printingWebsiteMaximum grant under the student research category is $10,000
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Pathways Internship ProgramCollege of Arts & SciencesFunding for first-generation students to pursue a career-related experience of their choice during the summer after their sophomore year. Travel, daily transportation, professional attire, and living expenses related to a career-related summer experienceWebsiteProgram covers the student’s Summer Savings Expectation and offers an additional grant up to $8,000https://experience.cornell.edu/opportunities/pathways-internship-program-pip
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Professional Development Funding for A&S StudentsCollege of Arts & SciencesTravel, transportation, lodging, meal, and purchase of business attire expenses for interviews and participation in professional conferences & networking eventsWebsiteNo deadline for requests; students should apply at least 3 weeks in advance of their anticipated travel.
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Harry Caplan Travel Fellowships College of Arts & SciencesFunding to support summer travel to Europe or the Near East for juniors who have serious and developed interest in some aspect of ancient Greek and Latin cultures; medieval Latin literature, especially drama; ancient Jewish culture; and rhetoric.WebsiteAwards $5,000 for summer travel to Europe or the Near East are available for juniors who have serious and developed interest in some aspect of the subjects https://experience.cornell.edu/opportunities/harry-caplan-travel-fellowship
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Ruth Bierman Linnick '60 Memorial Travel Fund College of Arts & SciencesThis grant provides funding to woman-identified undergraduates, with the exception of first-year students and second-semester seniors, who receive grant-based financial aid or student loans that cover a significant percent of their education. Funds students who wish to travel for pleasure, adventure and exploration over the summer break. The fund is not to be used to support students traveling as part of a study abroad program, internships, research projects, conferences or any other academic or career focused endeavor.WebsiteAwards up to $2,500https://experience.cornell.edu/opportunities/ruth-bierman-linnick-60-memorial-travel-grant
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Einhorn Discovery GrantCollege of Arts & SciencesTravel (transportation, hotel, restaurant meals, etc.) and suppliesWebsiteFinancial support up to $1,000https://experience.cornell.edu/opportunities/einhorn-discovery-grant
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Arts and Sciences Africa Experience Travel AwardCollege of Arts & SciencesTravel expenses for Cornell-run programs in Africa during the summer and winter sessions, as well as the academic yearWebsiteThe awards are up to $2,500 https://experience.cornell.edu/opportunities/cornell-arts-sciences-africa-experience-travel-award
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Rural Humanities Student & Faculty MicrograntsCollege of Arts & SciencesThe Rural Humanities Initiative is pleased to provide funds on an ad hoc and rolling basis for student (both undergraduate students and graduate students) student research, public humanities, or community-engaged projects that focus on Black lives connected to Ithaca and/or our surrounding rural area. WebsiteAwards up to $1000 for undergraduate student microgrants.
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Lynne S. Abel College Scholar Endowment FundCollege of Arts & Sciences, College Scholar ProgramSupports students in the College Scholar Program in meeting the costs of their independent research projects. The fund also supports their attendance at professional conferences to present their findings.WebsiteStudents admitted in the Robert S. Harrison College Scholar Program may receive up to $500 per semester, including summer, to support research costs, conference expenses, and travel to support independent research.
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Asian Studies Summer Study, Research, and Service Travel GrantsCollege of Arts & Sciences, Department of Asian StudiesTravel and living expenses related to summer studiesWebsiteAwards up to $3,000
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Fellowships for Summer Study in Ancient LanguagesCollege of Arts & Sciences, Department of ClassicsThe cost of tuition, housing, site visits, course materials and travel to/from program destinations related to participation in Living Latin and Greek programs abroadWebsiteFellowship covers up to $6,000 of the costs incurredhttps://experience.cornell.edu/opportunities/fellowships-summer-study-ancient-languages
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Edgar Rosenberg Travel GrantCollege of Arts & Sciences, Department of Comparative LiteratureTravel expenses related to language studies outside the continental United StatesWebsiteApplications are due late March
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History Department Funding for Undergraduate ResearchCollege of Arts & Sciences, Department of HistoryFunding to cover travel to archives, visits to libraries or museums, or photocopying, etc.WebsiteFinancial support up to $1,000https://experience.cornell.edu/opportunities/history-department-funding-undergraduate-research
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Kroll Travel AwardCollege of Arts & Sciences, Dept. of Near Eastern Studies Traveling to the Israel or the Palestinian Territories during the summer to participate in academically recognized archaeological digs and/or other academic programsWebsiteAwards in the range of $250- $1,000https://experience.cornell.edu/opportunities/kroll-travel-awards
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Latina/o Studies Research GrantsCollege of Arts & Sciences, Latina/o Studies ProgramResearch-related activities such as acquisition of books, travel expenses to attend professional conferences, and travel to libraries, archives or other research sitesWebsiteNo grant limit mentionedhttps://experience.cornell.edu/opportunities/latinao-studies-undergraduate-graduate-research-grant
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Weiner Family Summer Fellowship for Undergraduate Research on Buddhist PracticeCollege of Arts & Sciences, Religious Studies ProgramFunding for summer experiential learning and research (limited to travel, research materials, and living expenses)WebsiteNo award limit mentionedhttps://experience.cornell.edu/opportunities/weiner-family-summer-fellowship
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Hatfield Award for the Study of Ethics in BusinessCollege of Arts & Sciences, Sage School of PhilosophyExpenses related to research or study on ethics in business (including travel)Websitehttps://experience.cornell.edu/opportunities/hatfield-award-study-ethics-business
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Summer Experience Grant (SEG)College of Arts & Sciences; open to students from all colleges. Travel, daily transportation, and living expenses related to unpaid or minimally paid summer internshipsWebsiteA collection of awards that fund students to complete unpaid or minimally paid career-related summer experiences.https://experience.cornell.edu/opportunities/summer-experience-grant
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Student Grant ProgramCollege of Engineering, Engineering Learning Initiatives Wages and other expenses related to research projects WebsiteDifferent deadlines for fall, spring, and summer projects
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Human Ecology Summer Research Stipends for UndergraduatesCollege of Human EcologyFinancial support for undergraduates who are involved in full-time summer research with a faculty memberWebsiteFinancial support up to $5,000https://experience.cornell.edu/opportunities/human-ecology-summer-research-stipends-undergraduates
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Alan D. Mathios Research & Service GrantCollege of Human EcologyFunds undergraduate Human Ecology students’ research and service activities that further the mission of the CollegeWebsiteTypically award $200 to $2,000 per recipient depending on need and strength of application. Application typically opens late January/early February.
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Leadership and Engagement AwardsCollege of Human EcologyThe Elsie Van Buren Rice honors the best student speeches addressing how research in Human Ecology makes a difference in society. The Flora Rose Prize recognizes leadership in service and promise for contributions to the self-fulfillment of future generations. The Florence Halpern Award recognizes creative solutions to human problems through supervised fieldwork or community service beyond the Cornell campus. WebsiteThe Elsie Van Buren Rice ($2,600); The Flora Rose Prize ($750); Florence Halpern Award ($750)
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Summer InternshipsCornell Atkinson Center for Sustainability Provides summer internships and hands-on experience at the intersection of science and policy. Opportunities exist with leading environmental advocacy groups, such as Environmental Defense Fund (EDF). WebsiteApplications typically due late January.
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Rising Sophomore Summer Program in Computer ScienceCornell Computer Science Program for rising 2nd-year undergraduates to increase computer science (CS) preparation and exposure to research for participants, especially underrepresented minorities and/or first generation and low-income students.WebsiteProgram is fully-funded, with students receiving a $1,000 stipend.
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Laidlaw Research & Leadership Scholars ProgramEinaudi Center for International StudiesProgram helps students enhance ethical leadership & international research skills.WebsiteSummer 1: Up to $3,900 stipend while you conduct full-time research. Summer 2: Program fees or stipend while you engage in a leadership-in-action experience. Additional support is available for travel or research-related expenses. https://experience.cornell.edu/opportunities/laidlaw-scholars-program
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Foreign Language and Area Studies FellowshipEinaudi Center for International StudiesFor students interested in language learning programs for South Asia or Southeast Asia languages. Must be a U.S. citizen and have completed a FAFSA prior to application deadline.WebsiteUndergraduate academic year: $5,000, plus a tuition allowance of $10,000. Summer (graduate or undergraduate): $2,500, plus a fees and tuition allowance of up to $5,000.https://experience.cornell.edu/opportunities/south-asia-foreign-language-and-area-studies-flas-fellowships https://experience.cornell.edu/opportunities/southeast-asia-foreign-language-and-area-studies-flas-fellowships
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Fredric Conger Wood Research FellowshipEinaudi Center for International StudiesUndergraduate students pursuing 2-8 weeks of research activities in EuropeWebsite2-3 week internship/project at 20-40 hours per week = $1,000 - $2,000; 4-8 week internship/project at 20-40 hours per week = $2,000 - $4,000
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Michael J. Harum Memorial ScholarshipEinaudi Center for International StudiesSupport for undergraduates while they continue their language studies in Russia or another country where a Slavic language is spokenWebsite2-3 week internship/project at 20-40 hours per week = $1,000 - $2,000; 4-6 week internship/project at 20-40 hours per week = $2,000 - $3,500https://experience.cornell.edu/opportunities/michael-j-harum-memorial-award-students-slavic-languages
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Community Partnership Funding Board grantsEinhorn Center for Community EngagementTo support student-initiated, grassroots service projects furthering community engagement and social equityWebsiteAwards up to $2,500https://experience.cornell.edu/opportunities/community-partnership-funding-board
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Public Issue Network GrantsEinhorn Center for Community EngagementThese grants support students, faculty, staff, community partners, alumni and other stakeholders who are creating or expanding networks of people and programs to collaborate around a shared issue of public concernWebsite$30,000 (maximum over 1-3 years)
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Robinson-Appel Humanitarian AwardEinhorn Center for Community EngagementEstablished to recognize and honor students who have significant involvement in community service projects that address social needs or problems.Website$2,500 to further the projecthttps://experience.cornell.edu/opportunities/robinson-appel-humanitarian-award
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Maribel Garcia Community Spirit AwardEinhorn Center for Community EngagementGiven each year to a Cornell student for making a remarkable, creative specific contribution to the spirit of humanityWebsite $250
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Class of 1964 John F. Kennedy Memorial AwardEinhorn Center for Community EngagementAward for graduating Cornell seniors pursuing careers in serviceWebsite$15,000 https://experience.cornell.edu/opportunities/class-1964-john-f-kennedy-memorial-award
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Serve in Place FundEinhorn Center for Community EngagementThe Serve in Place Fund provides funds for students pursuing community-engaged learning activities over winter breakWebsiteUp to $1000https://experience.cornell.edu/opportunities/serve-place-fund
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The Latina/o Studies Program and Latine Student Success Office Emergency FundLatine Student Success Office and Latina/o Studies ProgramFunds unanticipated, necessary emergency expenses incurred by Latinx students experiencing financial need. WebsiteUp to $500
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OADI General FundingOffice of Academic Diversity InitiativesSubsidize opportunities that support academic, professional, or career goalsWebsiteAvailable to undergraduates who are in good standing and active participants with an OADI program. Applications may be considered from students who are not in OADI programs but who engage regularly with the staff, events, and activities within OADI. Cornell student organizations can apply for max awards of $300
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The Harrop and Ruth Freeman Fellowship Reppy Institute for Peace and Conflict StudiesFunding for summer work related to peace studies and conflict resolution with a not-for-profit organizationWebsiteA monthly stipend of $1,200 up to 2 monthshttps://experience.cornell.edu/opportunities/harrop-and-ruth-freeman-fellowship
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Andrew Kohut FellowshipRoper Center for Public Opinion ResearchFinancial support to engage in original public opinion-focused research projects using data from the Roper Center archiveWebsiteThe fellowship provides a $4,000 stipend for the summer
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Vicki Saporta Social Justice Internship FundSchool of Industrial and Labor RelationsSupports Cornell students who will intern in nonprofit organizations, domestic or international, that pursue progressive agendas. The internship should actively engage the organization's focus. Preference given to ILR students. Website https://experience.cornell.edu/opportunities/vicki-saporta-social-justice-internship-fund
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ILR International Travel GrantSchool of Industrial and Labor RelationsTravel expenses related to educational activities abroadWebsiteAwards range from $500 to $2,000 (max.)
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ILR Summer FundingSchool of Industrial and Labor Relations Travel, daily transportation, and living expenses related to summer internshipsWebsiteFunding varies based upon award received
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Access FundStudent & Campus LifeEmergency expenses and expenses related to the student’s academic and professional goalsWebsiteFinancial support up to $500
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Janet McKinley '74 Family GrantStudent & Campus LifeOpen to all Cornell sophomores for the purpose of assisting students in pursuing interesting, provocative, and entrepreneurial summer projectsWebsiteApplications due Marchhttps://experience.cornell.edu/opportunities/janet-mckinley-74-family-grant-0
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Perkins PrizeStudent & Campus LifeRecognizes the Cornell student, faculty, staff member, or program making the most significant contribution to furthering the ideal of university community while respecting the values of racial diversityWebsiteThis $5,000 prize is awarded at a special ceremony each spring. Other individuals devoted to advancing University community through intercultural understanding and harmony will also be honored. The Perkins Prize will be awarded with the understanding that the money will be used to further projects which promote intercultural understanding and harmony at Cornell University.
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Cornell University Women Leaders in Sustainability FellowshipSustainable CampusA one-year program open to graduate and undergraduate students designed to accelerate career and executive-leadership advancement in sustainability-related fields. WebsitePaid full-year internship focused on designing and implementing a strategic project for climate and sustainability impact at Cornell University. Financial compensation package: $11,200 for graduate fellows, $8,200 for undergraduate fellows. The Fellowship is open to all cis and trans women, as well as non-binary people who are comfortable in a space that centers the experiences of women. Applicants from any College or program enrolled as full-time students may apply.
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The Cornell TraditionThe Cornell CommitmentVarious forms of financial support (loan replacement, service support account, wage subsidy, expected saving replacements, etc) available to outstanding undergraduates who are committed to paid work and service in addition to academic achievementWebsiteApplications available in March and due in Junehttps://experience.cornell.edu/opportunities/cornell-tradition
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Hunter R. Rawlings III Cornell Presidential Research ScholarsThe Cornell CommitmentVarious forms of benefits and financial support, including research support account, for sustained engagement in research in close relationship with faculty and other mentors.WebsiteApplications due April/Mayhttps://experience.cornell.edu/opportunities/rawlings-cornell-presidential-research-scholars-rcprs-research-support-account-long
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Meinig Family Cornell National ScholarsThe Cornell CommitmentVarious forms of benefits and financial support, including leadership support, loan replacement, summer expected savings replacementWebsiteMax. $4,000 to replace need-based student loans; up to $3,500 to cover the costs of participation in internships and other opportunities such as alternative breaks/pre-orientation service trips. Application is open to second semester sophomores at Cornellhttps://experience.cornell.edu/opportunities/mfcns-leadership-support-account-short-term-experiences
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Cornell Council for the Arts (CCA) Grant ProgramThe Cornell Council for the ArtsDirect financial support for the development of new, experimental, and exceptional arts projects by Cornell faculty and students on campus.WebsiteGrants up to $1,000 (for students)
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Learning Strategies Center ScholarshipThe Learning Strategies CenterFunds enable current full-time undergraduate students to graduate on schedule by providing financial support to attend Summer or Winter Session at Cornell. WebsiteThe LSC Scholarship is not granted for academic acceleration / graduating early. Students must be nominated for the LSC Scholarship. Students can find nominator information on the website.
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Engineering Student Travel FundingCollege of EgineeringSupports domestic travel and/or the Woods fund to support international travel for academic experiences (e.g., conferences, research opportunities, winter or summer programs).WesbiteFunding covers ONLY travel and lodging.https://experience.cornell.edu/opportunities/engineering-student-travel-funding#:~:text=Overview,-Opportunity%20Description&text=Registered%20undergraduate%20students%20in%20the,%2C%20winter%20or%20summer%20programs
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Cornell Engineering Undergraduate International Summer Research Grant
College of EngineeringOffers ssummer support for Cornell Engineering undergraduates who have secured an international research experience that complements their academic experience and/or enhances their career goals.WebsitePriority is given to students pursuing a research opportunity with a Cornell Global Hub or Cornell Engineering Exchange partner. Students may only be awarded the grant once during their Cornell career. This grant may be used in conjunction with the Engineering Student Travel Fund.https://experience.cornell.edu/opportunities/cornell-engineering-undergraduate-international-summer-research-grant
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Bowers Undergraduate Research Experience (BURE)College of EngineeringBURE helps Cornell Bowers CIS undergraduates gain new skills and explore research with a hands-on summer experience. WebsiteBURE is a full time summer job, with students required to attend all BURE programming throughout the summer.. BURE pairs undergraduates with a faculty mentor for a 10-week summer research program.
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Student Assesmbly Summer Experience Grant (SASEG)College of Arts & SciencesHelp aid students to complete summer unpaid or minimally paid career-related experiences.WebsiteThe funds are drawn from the Students Helping Students fund and are open to first-years, sophomores, and juniors in all seven undergraduate colleges.
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Louis Stoke Alliance for Minority Participation Scholars Program (LSAMP)School of EngingeeringThe Louis Stokes Alliance for Minority Participation (LSAMP) Scholars Program is a pathway program for undergraduate STEM majors seeking assistance with preparing for graduate school admissions as well as obtaining strategies that maximize their competitiveness for PhD graduate study.WebsiteOffers a variety of benefits including research stipends, graduate application waivers, and participation in professional confererences
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Engineering Summer Math Institute (ESMI)College of Engingeering8-week summer program for select students enrolled in a summer math course (MATH 1920, 2930 or 2940) to engage in undergraduate research. Throughout the summer, ESMI Scholars also participate in peer facilitated workshops to support their coursework.WebsitePart of CUES
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McNair Scholars ProgramOffice of Academic Diversity InitiativesHelps increase the attainment of Ph.D. degrees by students underrepresented in academia and the professoriate. The ultimate goal is to diversify university faculty nationwide.WebsiteStudents apply in fall of sophomore year.
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