OpenFieldUNIL Summer Undergraduate Research (SUR) Programme in Life Sciences
Highly selective 8-week summer research fellowship bringing international undergraduate scholars to Lausanne to conduct independent laboratory investigations in world-class faculties.
Application checklist & requirements
These requirements reflect published university guidelines available at the last review. Review official department guidelines before submission.
- Academic degree / Prerequisites
- Enrolled in 2nd or 3rd year of undergraduate degree in biology, medicine, or biochemistry with top grades.
- English language proficiency
- Proficient in written and spoken English.
- Standardized testing (GRE/GMAT)
- Not required.
- Thesis / Research statement
- Transcripts, curriculum vitae, and statement of research interests.
- Recommendation letters
- Two letters of recommendation from home university professors.
How much will it cost? How much funding is available?
- Financial support / stipend
- Fully funded summer scholarship: Free university student housing, international travel refund, and CHF 1,500 living bursary
- Application fee
- Free application via SUR online portal
- Tuition / joining costs
- Zero tuition charges.
Dates and verification
- Application deadline
- January 15, 2027 (Annual international summer program application deadline)
- Last source review
- 2026-10-14
Important verification note
Facts reflect official University of Lausanne documentation reviewed 2026-10-14. Admissions, funding allocations, and eligibility thresholds are evaluated by the university.
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