Description

The National MS Society Undergraduate Summer Research Program is designed to provide hands-on experience conducting MS-related research, 1:1 mentorship, and professional development opportunities to undergraduate students through a summer research program at various institutions across the country. Potential host sites include Harvard, Duke, Colorado State University, and Oregon Health and Science University, with more to come.

The Society supports research focused on addressing questions highlighted in the Pathways to Cures Roadmap, which aims to accelerate the development of cures for all people living with MS. To achieve this goal, the Society recognizes the importance of broad representation in the MS research workforce. With this in mind, a primary objective of this program is to attract young talent and expose them to MS research opportunities to ensure that participants represent a broad range of backgrounds. 

The Society will provide participants with a $6000 award stipend for completing a 10-week program. Participants will be eligible for reimbursable travel, housing, and food costs up to $3500 throughout the duration of the program. 

Requirements

This program is open to current undergraduate students who have enrolled and have completed at least one year as an undergraduate student at an accredited U.S. post-secondary institution. Applicants must have at least one full semester of undergraduate coursework remaining after completion of the summer research program (i.e., the applicant should be a rising sophomore, junior or senior). Applicants may also be enrolled full time at a community or junior college, taking at least 12 credits per academic term, with at least 24 credits completed by the start of the program.

Potential applicants must apply through the National MS Society's online grant submission portal.