Sonoran Desert Human Performance & Heat Physiology Fellowship

Undergraduate fellowship investigating athlete heat acclimation, core body temperature monitoring, hydration biomarkers, and electrolyte recovery in extreme desert climates.

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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: 3.0 GPA in exercise science, biology, or pre-health
English language proficiency: TOEFL 70+ or IELTS 6.0
Standardized testing (GRE/GMAT): Exempt
Thesis / Research statement: Heat physiology research proposal
Recommendation letters: Two faculty letters

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

Financial support / stipend: $3,500 research stipend and human performance lab equipment grant
Application fee: $0
Tuition / joining costs: Covered by OUAZ Research Endowment

Dates and verification

Application deadline: February 28, 2027
Last source review: 2026-10-16

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Important verification note

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

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