Caltech SURF - Summer Undergraduate Research Fellowship
Program Description
Caltech SURF models the grant-seeking process. Students collaborate with Caltech faculty to define a research proposal, execute the project over 10 weeks, and present results at Seminar Day.
Eligibility & Requirements
• Enrolled undergraduate student at Caltech or external university.
• Cumulative GPA >= 3.2/4.0.
• Research proposal written jointly with Caltech mentor.
• Cumulative GPA >= 3.2/4.0.
• Research proposal written jointly with Caltech mentor.
How to Apply
Identify Caltech mentor, collaborate on SURF research proposal, and submit SURF online application.
Benefits & Funding
• $7,740 total stipend for the 10-week program.
• Subsidized housing on Caltech campus.
• Travel grant assistance for international students.
• Subsidized housing on Caltech campus.
• Travel grant assistance for international students.
Recommended Skills
Proposal Writing
Quantitative Research
Applied Physics
Important Application & Program Notes
Requires detailed 3-page research proposal written by applicant.