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Big Ten Academic Alliance Summer Research Opportunities Program (SROP)*

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Big Ten Academic Alliance Summer Research Opportunities Program (SROP)

Gain 8 to 10 weeks of experience, (40 hours a week) held at different Big Ten Universities that prepares undergraduates for graduate study through intensive research experience with faculty mentors and enrichment activities; Select the "EXPAND" button below to view more information

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Contact Information

Website: SROP Program (opens in new window)
Contact Person: Sharon Lee, Project Coordinator Program Teams
Email: sharon.lee@btaa.org (opens in new window)

Funding Provided to Participants

Participants will receive travel funds, housing and a stipend for participation
Depending on the program, participants may receive meals and academic credit
See list of benefits based on school program (opens in new window)

Requirements

Cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher (4.0 scale)
Big Ten Academic Alliance Common Application or a campus-specific application. See campus application information. (opens in new window)
Be enrolled in a degree-granting program at a college or university in the U.S., Puerto Rico or other U.S. territory
U.S. Citizen or a permanent resident of the U.S. Undocumented and DACA students must refer to individual programs eligibility requirements (opens in new window)
Completed at least 2 semesters of undergraduate education by the start of the summer program
Have at least one semester of undergraduate bachelor’s degree level education remaining after completing the summer research experience
Strong interests in pursuing a Ph.D.
Two letters of recommendation
Unofficial transcripts to apply and official transcripts if required upon offer
Not for students pursuing professional degrees such as law, medical, and MBA degrees
Students who have completed an undergraduate degree are not eligible

Deadline to Apply

* For current information, refer to the program website listed on this page under "contact information."