SURF is a Research Experience for Undergraduates Site funded by the Department of Defense ASSURE (Awards to Stimulate and Support Undergraduate Research Experiences) Program with funds
administered by the National Science Foundation (NSF)..

Come and experience what it is like to work in a state-of-the-art life sciences research lab in one of the most beautiful areas of the country.

In addition to your research experience, SURF students participate in career development activities where you'll learn about the process of applying to graduate school, including the opportunity to ask members of our graduate admissions committee questions.  You will get the chance to meet with Ph.D. students and to experience life as a graduate student. There are opportunities to present your work to other students and professors.  There is also a seminar discussing ethics in science.  And of course, we'll have some fun activities to introduce you to New England.

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Here are some details regarding the SURF program.

  • The program runs from late June through late August. Students accepted to the program will receive details of the start and end dates.
  • Stipend:  $4,500
  • Free, on-campus housing
  • All travel expenses paid to and from Dartmouth
  • Food allowance ($500)
  • Free Kaplan GRE practice course
  • An email account
  • Access to the library and athletic facilities
  • Students accepted to the program will receive additional information regarding dates later in the spring. As per NSF rules, this program is open to US citizens or Permanent Residents
 

Applicants with any questions about the program are encouraged to correspond via email with:

George O'Toole, Ph.D.     or            Eric Schaller, Ph.D
SURF Co-Director                           SURF Co-Director 

The SURF Program is supported by funds from the Department of Defense ASSURE (Awards to Stimulate and Support Undergraduate Research Experiences) Program with funds administered by the National Science Foundation (NSF).