The Peter K. Hepler Research Scholarship supports undergraduate research on a biological question in a laboratory or field setting outside of the United States. Funds can be used to support travel, lodging, food, equipment, and supplies.
be a UMass student in good standing in a major in the College of Natural Sciences.
be pursuing research addressing a question in the biological sciences.
propose a research experience outside of the United States.
present their research results in a venue determined by the Research Mentor during the semester following their return to the US.
Research Plan of 400 words or less stating what the student wants to do and why the chosen overseas location is ideal for this work.
Documentation from the overseas organization, laboratory, or research group.
Letter of support from Research Mentor for the research project and the applicant.