SURE Program: Summer Research for Undergraduates
PROGRAM DATES: June 11 – August 3, 2018
Program Benefits:
- Participate in cutting-edge research with top USC faculty
- Receive $4500 stipend, university housing, and travel to/from Los Angeles
- Gain experience and tools to enhance your application to competitive PhD programs
- Explore the rich and diverse culture of Southern California during a two-month stay in Los Angeles while learning about the resources at USC
- Develop lasting friendships with fellow participants
- Receive an application fee waiver for future graduate study at USC
Applicant Criteria:
- Sophomore or Junior-year undergraduate students who are citizens or permanent residents of the U.S. or Canadian citizens
- Interest in conducting research and pursuing a PhD program
- Strong academic background (GPA of 3.5 or higher is recommended) in the fields of engineering, math, or hard science (biology, chemistry, physics)
- Application requires transcripts, a resume, statement of purpose and 2 letters of recommendation
- On the application, you will be asked to select up to 2 research positions for which you would like be considered
Deadline & Notification:
- 2018 SURE Application Deadline is February 5, 2018, 9am PST
- Participants will be notified in early March 2018
** Please do not contact faculty directly until you have been formally accepted into the program
For questions regarding the SURE program, please contact SURE@gapp.usc.edu
Research Projects:
View the list of research projects (including professor, department, project title & description) for the SURE 2018 program
SURE 2018 Application
Please complete all fields & submit the form below to be considered for the summer research program hosted by the USC Viterbi Graduate & Professional Programs.
Deadline to apply is February 5, 2018, 9am PST