Application Timeline
Deadline: February 15, 2026 at 11:59 p.m.
Please note: The URO receives many more outstanding applications than we can support, so we make it a practice to not accept late applications. We appreciate your understanding.
Notification: On or by April 13, 2026
Application Requirements
A complete submission consists of:
- Application form
- Project proposal
- Resume
- Faculty mentor recommendation
Students should only apply to ONE sponsored summer research program; if eligible, they will automatically be considered for the other SSRP awards.
General requirements:
- Original thought and in your own writing - do not copy work from the mentor’s work
- Up to 6 pages, inclusive of title page and references
- Double-spaced
- Uploaded as a PDF using the following format: LastName_FirstName_SSRP 2026_Proposal
The proposal format should follow the guidelines for the program you are applying for:
- Provost Summer Undergraduate Research Grant (PSURG)
For students conducting research in the biological, chemistry and social sciences (especially psychological sciences and anthropology) - Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM)
For students conducting research related to Science, Engineering, Technology or Mathematics (STEM) - Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences (AHSS) has two options for proposal formats:
- For students pursuing traditional research
- For students pursuing volunteer internships or creative work
Students are encouraged to visit the CWRU Career Lab for resume support and review. We encourage students to include their involvement in student groups and leadership activities, in addition to any research and/or work experience.
Resumes should be uploaded as a PDF using the following format:
LastName_FirstName_SSRP 2026_Resume
Applicants are responsible for ensuring that their faculty mentor submits a letter of recommendation via CampusGroups by February 15, 2026. Student applications are not complete until the recommendation is received.
Please provide your faculty mentor with the link to the SSRP Faculty Mentor Recommendation Instructions, along with your NetID (abc123).
Selection Criteria
Applications will be reviewed to confirm that the applicant meets the eligibility criteria. Application reviewers will evaluate application files and identify recipients based on the clarity, strength and value of the proposal, the feasibility of the project, and the overall support of the faculty mentor.