United States · Fellowship · Reviewed 2026-10-16

Summer Undergraduate Biomedical Research Fellowship (SURF)

Intensive summer laboratory research experience for undergraduate STEM students pairing with KCU biomedical scientists on cancer signaling, Alzheimer's models, and antibiotic resistance.

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Application checklist & requirements

These requirements reflect published university guidelines available at the last review. Review official department guidelines before submission.

Academic degree / Prerequisites: Completed sophomore or junior year in biology/biochem with min. 3.2 GPA
English language proficiency: English fluency
Standardized testing (GRE/GMAT): Exempt
Thesis / Research statement: Personal statement indicating laboratory preferences
Recommendation letters: Two faculty letters of recommendation

How much will it cost? How much funding is available?

Financial support / stipend: $4,500 stipend plus campus housing for 10-week summer laboratory immersion
Application fee: $0
Tuition / joining costs: $0

Dates and verification

Application deadline: February 1, 2027
Last source review: 2026-10-16

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Important verification note

Facts reflect official Kansas City University documentation reviewed 2026-10-16. Admissions, funding allocations, and eligibility thresholds are evaluated by the university.

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