Summer Research Fellowship Program

Each summer, Marymount University’s DISCOVER Research Program awards research fellowships to 15-18 Marymount students. These fellowships, available to both undergraduate and graduate Marymount students, provide a $1800 stipend for students who work one-on-one with a faculty mentor on the faculty mentor’s research project. Students are selected for this award through a competitive process.

The Fellowship runs from May 13, 2024, through June 26, 2024. In addition to the research activities, Fellows participate in weekly community-building, educational, and information-sharing sessions created specifically for the Fellows program. Students are expected to dedicate 12-15 hours weekly to the Fellowship during the 6.5-week program.

Both in-person and remote student participation options are available based on the needs of the individual projects. The fellowship promises to be a very positive learning experience and an exceptional opportunity for professional growth and mentorship.

ELIGIBILITY

To be eligible for a Summer Research Program Fellowship, a student must be a Marymount student in good academic standing.  Students who graduate in May or August of 2024 are NOT eligible for this fellowship program.

Students can apply for up to three different Fellowship projects. No more than one fellowship per student will be awarded. Anyone applying for more than three fellowship opportunities will be disqualified.

HOW DO I APPLY?

1. Review the List of faculty projects available for summer, 2024. Click here to access the faculty project list.
2. Review the faculty project list and choose no more than three projects to apply for.
3. Complete the Summer fellowship Application form. You must complete a separate application for each project.  The application form will be posted on this site on March 15, 2024. 

As you consider the Fellowship opportunities and prepare your application, note that the application you will complete includes the following questions:

1. Describe why you would be a good fit for the project.  What experiences or knowledge do you bring that would be beneficial?
2. Personal Statement. What are your professional aspirations? How does this project fit with these?

Timeline:

• March 8, 2024: List of Faculty Summer Fellowship Projects is posted

March 15, 2024: Student Application Form is posted on this site

• Tuesday, April 10, 2024:  Applications close at 11:59 PM. 
• Monday, April 29, 2024: Award Decisions are announced
• May 13, 2024 – June 26, 2024: Summer Fellowship Timeline 

SELECTION PROCESS

The faculty member hosting the research project will review the applications for their specific project(s) and rank order applicants based on the review of the student’s responses to the application and needs of the project.

Some faculty may choose to interview student candidates. This is optional. Be available for an interview the week of April 15th 

A final ‘match’ by the Research Committee identifies the best fit for both student and faculty preferences.  Notice of the award of the Fellowship should be made by  April 29, 2024.