Summer Undergraduate Research Fellowship (SURF)
The Summer Undergraduate Research Fellowship (SURF) program is our newest research program offered to all UC Merced undergraduate students in any discipline. This 9-week summer fellowship offers undergraduates the opportunity to work alongside faculty and graduate student mentors and provides graduate school preparation. Qualified scholars with interest in pursuing a research opportunity at UC Merced are encouraged to apply!
Program Eligibility and Requirements
To be eligible for selection, each applicant must:
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Be enrolled in or about to be enrolled in a UC Merced undergraduate degree program
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Be on track to receive a bachelor’s degree
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Be able to demonstrate potential for success in a graduate program
The following materials are needed to complete the UC Merced SURF application:
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UC Merced online application form
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Two short personal essays as described in the online application
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One letter of recommendation
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One cumulative unofficial transcript from the my.ucmerced.edu portal
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Resume or CV
This opportunity is for UC Merced students who meet minimum eligibility requirements.
APPLICATION OPEN: Summer 2021 Application Deadline February 15, 2021
Undocumented students are eligible for this program.
Contact Information
Jorge Arroyo
Director, Undergraduate Research Opportunities Center
Student Services Building, 230
Email: jarroyo22@ucmerced.edu
Phone: (209) 228-4245
Phone: (209) 228-4245