Application process
Students should begin by reviewing advisors and eligible projects . Students should then meet with potential advisors to learn more about the project, and then prepare an application.
Each applicant will complete a one-page project narrative that includes a statement of the problem being addressed, the research goals, and the approach to be used. Students may elect to complete a project narrative for a second project if desired. The narratives are to be written independently of advisor editing. Note that multiple students may apply for the same project.
Applications are due Friday, February 3, 2023 (11:59 pm CST). First, download and complete the application form from the box below. When you're ready to submit your application, upload your completed application form and current CV via the Google form linked below.
2023 Summer Scholars Application (doc)
Submit Completed Application Here
Selection process
Student applications will be reviewed for clarity and quality of the project description, statement of interest for participating in the Summer Scholars program, GPA, and degree of prior research experience. The project's ability to provide a scientific research experience for the scholar will also be considered. The program is NOT intended for students with prior thesis-based MS or PhD degrees. The review and final decisions will be made by the Summer Scholars Advisory Committee. Selections and offers of participation will be made no later than early March 2023.
Requirements of participation
The stipend for the summer is $6,500. Veterinary students from outside the University of Minnesota College of Veterinary Medicine are encouraged to apply. Scholars will begin their research experience May 15 and end on August 11. Expectations of the Summer Scholars are full-time attendance in the laboratory/research arena as necessary to carry out the research as agreed upon with the sponsoring faculty member. In addition, participation is expected in the bi-weekly seminars portion of our program, which may include field trips to research facilities, science ethics presentations, research careers for veterinarians, and science communication best practices. All Summer Scholars will attend the Boehringer Ingelheim Veterinary Scholars Symposium in early August 2023.
For more information
Contact: Mark Rutherford, Summer Scholars Program Director, at [email protected] or 612-625-4281.
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