The University of Rochester in USA is inviting applications from international students for the 2026 Rochester Summer Research Program.
The University of Rochester International Student Summer Research Program cover living expenses, as well as on-campus accommodation, health insurance, and up to $1250 toward travel costs for international undergraduate and master’s students.
In this article, we will cover full details about the opportunity including the eligibility criteria, benefits, and step-by-step application guide.
Documents Required:
- Online Application Form
- Degree Certificates
- Academic Transcript
- CV/ Resume
- A valid Passport
Requirements for Summer Research Program
To be considered for the University of Rochester International Student Summer Research Program, you must:
- Not be a US citizen or current resident
- Be currently studying outside of the US
- Have not pursued or are not currently in a PhD program
- Be in an undergraduate or master’s program with a focus on chemistry or a related field (e.g. physics, biology, engineering, computer science, etc.)
- Plan to do a PhD in chemistry.
Benefits Program
- Through the University of Rochester Summer Research Program, participants receive a weekly stipend to cover living expenses, as well as on-campus accommodation, health insurance, and up to $1250 toward travel costs.
- The program also covers associated student registration and tuition fees.
- You will be doing research full-time under the supervision of a faculty member of the chemistry department.
- While not conducting research, you will live on campus and will be given the opportunity to participate in a seminar series and a poster event that is designed for summer research students.
- There will be several opportunities for networking throughout the summer. There are no courses associated with this program.
- All participants are required to stay for at least eight weeks, and for a maximum of ten weeks.
Required Documents Program
To apply, candidates must be ready to submit the following documents;
- An unofficial copy of your transcripts (with English translation)
- A copy of your CV in PDF format
- Contact information of two professors that are familiar with your work to serve as references*
Application Deadline
How to Apply (Step by Step)
To apply for the 2026 University of Rochester Summer Research Program, interested and qualified candidates should;
