Rockefeller University Summer Undergraduate Research Fellowship Program (SURF) 2027

The Chemers Neustein Summer Undergraduate Research Fellowship (SURF) program provides a unique opportunity for undergraduates to conduct laboratory research at The Rockefeller University. SURF students work with leading scientists in a broad range of areas including biochemistry; structural biology and chemistry; molecular, cell and developmental biology; immunology; virology and microbiology; neuroscience; physics; and mathematical biology.

College sophomores and juniors are eligible to spend 10 weeks during the summer in a Rockefeller University laboratory. The program begins in early June and ends in mid-August. Placement in laboratories is centralized through the Dean’s Office. Students are matched with laboratories according to their stated research interests, and work on projects under the direct supervision of faculty, postdoctoral fellows and/or senior graduate students.

Table of Content

• Summary
• Benefits
• Requirements
• Application Deadline
• How To Apply

Summary

• Application DeadlineFebruary 1, 2027
• Study LevelUndergraduate
• SponsorThe Rockefeller University
• City to studyNew York
• School to studyThe Rockefeller University
• Eligible CountryAll Countries

Benefits

• SURF students receive a stipend of $6,500.00. Free housing will be provided for students who cannot commute.
• Campus facilities include a tennis court, a recently renovated gym and adjacent east west esplanade for jogging, running, walking, or roller blading.
• SURF students are encouraged to attend social and cultural events occurring both on and off campus.
• Organized outings for SURF students have included trips to see a Broadway show and professional baseball game.

Requirements

• College sophomores and juniors are eligible.
• International students are eligible to apply.

Check also:
Fairleigh Dickinson Scholarships for International Students 2026

Application Deadline

How To Apply

Interested and qualified? Go to The Rockefeller University on surfapplication.rockefeller.edu to apply

For more information, kindly visit Rockefeller University webpage.