Summer Undergraduate Research Fellowships (SURF)
STUDENTS
SURF 2027 Student Applications Now Open!
International students requiring a J-1 visa should apply by December 15, 2026.
FACULTY
Submit Research Project for 2027
Continuing to accept research projects for SURF 2027.
The Summer Undergraduate Research Fellowships (SURF) is an excellent opportunity for undergraduate students to gain hands-on research experience and explore advanced education and research careers. The program offers a 10-week immersive summer research experience, where selected students work either on Purdue's West Lafayette or Indianapolis campuses with faculty and graduate student mentors.
Participants receive a paid summer research experience, professional development programming, and present their work at the SURF Symposium.
Eligible applicants include undergraduate students enrolled at Purdue University, other U.S. institutions, and international institutions.
SURF 2027
Overview of Important Dates
Student Deadlines
- Application Opens
- Early November, 2026
- International Deadline
- December 15, 2026
- Priority Deadline
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January 15, 2027
(rolling after)
Program Dates
- Program Period (remote)
- May 31 – June 4, 2027
- Move-In
- June 5 – June 6, 2027
- Orientation
- June 7, 2027
- Program Period (in-person)
- June 7 – July 30, 2027
- Symposium
- July 29, 2027
- Move-Out
- July 31 – August 1, 2027