Undergraduate Summer Research Programs
Research experience beyond laboratory coursework has become a virtual requirement for successful applicants to Ph.D. programs in the biomedical sciences. The summer undergraduate research programs below provide an excellent way to enhance your resume and to experience the excitement of scientific discovery firsthand.
Students who are from groups underrepresented in biological sciences research, from low-income homes, first-generation college students, those with disabilities or attend small liberal arts colleges with limited research opportunities are especially encouraged to apply.
Application deadlines are typically in February, so don't delay beginning to apply!
University of Minnesota
We hope that you can come to Minnesota to participate in one of our summer programs, but all of our graduate programs want to encourage you to get as much research experience as you can. Even if you do not come to Minnesota, we want to help you find a summer internship somewhere. To that end, we have found sites that maintain a list of summer programs available nationally.
Remember that all programs are very competitive. There are no application fees and we advise you to apply to at least 6 programs and more if you have time.
Programs Available Nationally
List from the American Physiological Society
WebGURU
National Science Foundation
Post-baccalaureate Research Programs
If you are seeking to deepen your research experience to strengthen your qualifications for graduate school applications or need a chance to help you choose between medical school or graduate school, then a post-baccalaureate research opportunity may be just what you are looking for.
Please NOTE that application deadlines and starting times vary for these programs.
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