SURF Information
Student Undergraduate Research Fellowships
For Sophomores, Juniors, or Seniors Planning a Research ProjectSURF Registration & Application Procedure
SURF 5-page Proposal Examples
- Accounting
- Biochemistry
- Biological Engineering
- Classics
- Computer Science
- European Studies
- Graphic Design
- Nursing
- Psychology
Undergraduates planning to write a (senior) thesis or complete a research project in any field are eligible to apply for a Student Undergraduate Research Fellowship (SURF). Each student must have a faculty mentor and a well developed proposal.
Important Note:
Funding will not begin this year until January and may be up to $2,900 for the student + $1000 for mentor with lesser amounts depending on the grant period. If you are graduating in May, then your funding must end in May. Applications must be turned into the Honors College at ADMN 428. Applications sent directly to SURF will not receive matching funds from the University of Arkansas.
Eligibility:
- be a U.S. citizen, resident alien, or national
- currently enrolled as a sophomore, junior, or senior
- have a cumulative minimum 3.25 GPA
Campus Deadline:
| Date | Time | Applicant Type | Location |
| October 13, 2009 | 8-1 | ARSC - Math and Science | ADMN 428 |
| 1-5 | ARSC - Humanities and Social Sciences | ADMN 428 | |
| October 14, 2009 | 8-1 | WCOB and ARCH | ADMN 428 |
| 1-5 | ENGR, COEHP, and AFLS | ADMN 428 |
Campus Contact:
Suzanne McCray smccray@uark.eduUseful Links:
SURF Registration & Application ProcedureUniversity History:
To view past recipients: Award Winners and Finalists page