To all undergraduate students seeking research opportunities abroad, do you want to experience cutting-edge research in one of the renowned research institutions in the United States through a fully funded summer fellowship program? Well, here is some exciting news: Purdue University, through its official portal, has recently announced its flagship “Purdue University Research Fellowship 2026 and is seeking applications from high-achieving students passionate about advancing their research careers in science, technology, and engineering from around the world to apply and experience cutting-edge research in a world-class research environment under the supervision of renowned experts.
It’s an 11-week short-term immersive research program hosted by Purdue University that offers outstanding undergraduate students an exceptional opportunity to conduct research at either Purdue University, West Lafayette, or the Indianapolis campus in the United States. Beyond research, the fellows will also participante in intensive weekly professional development workshops, seminars exclusively designed to polish students’ technical and communication skills. The fellows will recieve a generous support to attend the program. The coverage includes Housing Subsidy, Travel Assistance, a competetive stipend, and much more.
The fellowship will conclude with a SURF symposium, where the participants will share their findings. The In-person program period for the fellowship is June 1, 2026 – August 7, 2026. The program does not require any application fee; the application process for the Purdue fellowship is online, and the last date for the application submission is January 15th, 2026. Learn more about the programme below.
Purdue University Research Fellowship 2026 Overview
| Host Country | United States of America |
|---|---|
| Eligible Countries | All Nationals |
| Host Institute | Purdue University |
| Programme Type | Research Fellowship |
| Coverage | Fully Funded |
| Program Duration | June 1 – August 7, 2026 |
| Application Deadline | January 15, 2026 |
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Eligibility Criteria
Purdue University is inviting applications from applicants meeting the following criteria
- Accepting applications from both Domestic & International students
- Currenly enrolled in an undergraduate degree program in the US or an international institution
- Funding preferences are given to students participating first time
- Students must have completed one academic semester of their degree
- Possess a minimum CGPA of 2.8/4.0 at the time of application
- Willling to participate in the entire program during the program dates
Coverage:
- A competetive stipend of $6500 paid bi-weekly
- Housing subsidy of $2500
- Travel Subsidy upto $1000
Benefits
The Purdue SURF offers a wide range of perks and benefits, such as:
- Mentorship and guidance from seasoned faculty and graduate students
- Professional development seminars to enhance professional skills
- Showcase your work at SURF Symposium
- Networking events to broaden your networks
- Gain hands-on research in state-of-the-art research facilities
Selection Criteria
The applications are evaluated based on:
- Applicants academic excellence
- Applicant’s profile suitability for the research project
- Letter of Recommendation
- Interest in advancing research careers in science, engineering, & technology
Required Documents
- Complete online application
- Resume/CV
- Unofficial degree transcript
- Letter of Recommendation
- Statement of purpose
SURF Important Dates
- Application Starts: December 1, 2025
- Application Deadline: January 15th, 2026
- Remote Period: May 25, 2026 – May 31, 2026
- In-Person Period: June 1, 2026 – August 7, 2026
- Symposium Date: July 30, 2026
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How to Apply?
The application process for the Purdue University SURF research program is online. Interested applicants need to identify the potential research project, complete an online application, submit the required documents, and submit their application by January 15th, 2026.
For more details and to apply, visit the offical link below:
APPLY FOR PURDUE UNIVERSITY SUMMER PROGRAMME
