iScholar 2026 Application Form

iScholar 2026 Application Form
Thank you for your interest in our iScholar summer research fellowship program for students at non-US undergraduate institutions. This highly competitive program is designed to provide promising undergraduates in Chemistry from all over the world the opportunity to conduct first class research at the University of Rochester. The program is meant for outstanding students that intend to enter into a Ph.D. program in any area of Chemistry in calendar year 2027 (likely Fall enrolment starting in August 2027). For more information on the Department please visit our website: http://www.sas.rochester.edu/chm/.

The 2026 iScholar program will run from Monday June 1 to Friday July 31. Through the program, participants receive a weekly stipend, on-campus accommodation, health insurance, and up to $1250 toward travel costs. The program also covers associated registration and tuition fees.

Additional information and frequently asked questions about this program can be found at: http://www.sas.rochester.edu/chm/undergraduate/i-scholar.html

Please direct any questions about the program or the application process not addressed above to Professor Benjamin Partridge at summer@chem.rochester.edu.

Please complete and submit the application form below. Make sure to attach a (unofficial) copy of your transcripts (with English translation if applicable) and a copy of your CV in PDF format. Also ensure you provide the names and contact details of two faculty members familiar with your work to serve as referees, and provide their contact information in the application form below. You will receive via email a copy of your submitted application and confirmation when your recommendation letters are received.

All application materials, including reference letters, must be received by Friday, January 23, 2026 at 11:59pm Eastern US time.

Applicant Information
Name*

First NameLast Name
What best describes your gender?*
Street Address*
Address Line 2
City*
State/Province/Region*
Zip/Postal Code*
Phone Number*

Country CodeArea CodePhone Number
Country*
Country of Citizenship*
Email Address*

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Program Availability
Are you available for the entire 9-week program from Monday June 1 to Friday July 31?*

YesNo
Please indicate your earliest possible start date

MonthDayYear
Date format: MM-DD-YYYY
Please indicate your latest possible end date

MonthDayYear
Date format: MM-DD-YYYY

Educational Background
Undergraduate Institution*
Degree*
e.g., BSc Chemical Engineering, BS/MS Chemistry
Expected Degree Date*
Date format: MM-DD-YYYY
Overall G.P.A.*
Please provide scale (e.g. 3.4/4.0) and percentage equivalent (e.g. 85%)
Academic ranking among your peers*
Please be as quantitative as possible, e.g. 2/50, "top quarter", etc
List courses taken and grades received (in percentage equivalents) in Chemistry, Physics, Mathematics, Computer Science and/or Biology*
For example: "Advanced Organic Synthesis: 90%", "Inorganic Chemistry: 85%", etc.
Are you currently pursuing, or have you recently completed, an independent Masters-level degree? (Students enrolled in a BS/MS dual-degree program should answer 'No'.)*

YesNo
Masters Degree Institution
Specify country if different from your country of residence
Degree
e.g., MEng Chemical Engineering, MS Chemistry
Expected Degree Date
Date format: MM-DD-YYYY
Overall G.P.A.
Please provide scale (e.g. 3.4/4.0) and percentage equivalent (e.g. 85%)
Academic ranking among your peers
Please be as quantitative as possible, e.g. 2/50, "top quarter", etc
List courses taken and grades received (in percentage equivalents)
For example: "Advanced Organic Synthesis: 90%", "Inorganic Chemistry: 85%", etc.

Indicate your English Language Proficiency*

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Reading
Writing
Speaking

Research Interests & Personal Statement
Please indicate two or three faculty members in the Department with whom you would like to conduct research. You can learn more about faculty research interests at https://www.sas.rochester.edu/chm/people/faculty/index.html#CoreFaculty
First Choice*
Second Choice*
Third Choice
In the following three prompts, we want to learn more about you, your career goals, and how the iScholar program or a PhD in Chemistry at the University of Rochester aligns with those goals. Please limit each response to 250 words.
Scientific Interests: Describe your research interests in Chemistry, your future plans and goals, and elaborate on any specific experiences that have shaped your goals *

Word limit:0/250
Program Alignment: Explain why you would like to participate in the iScholar program and describe your level of interest in pursuing a PhD in Chemistry, in the United States in general and from the University of Rochester specifically*

Word limit:0/250
Non-Technical Skills: Describe situations in which you have demonstrated leadership, resilience, teamwork, creativity, problem-solving, advocacy, mentorship, or other personal attributes that you feel will support your success*

Word limit:0/250

Transcripts and CV
Please upload a (unofficial copy) of your undergraduate (and, if applicable, masters) transcripts with English translation*

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Please upload a CV*

PDF format only
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Recommendation Letters
Please provide the name and contact information for two faculty members or other senior scientists familiar with your work that can evaluate your potential as a scientist. A copy of your application and instructions on how to submit their reference letter will be sent to the email provided below.
I agree to allow my application materials to be sent to the referees below*

YesNo

Referee 1
Name*

First NameLast Name
Position/Title*
e.g. Professor, Senior Scientist
Institution*
Department*
City*
Country*
Referee 1 Email Address*

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Referee 2
Name*

First NameLast Name
Position/Title*
e.g. Professor, Senior Scientist
Institution*
Department*
City*
Country*
Referee 2 Email Address*

Confirmation EmailConfirm email address

Submission
By submitting this application, I certify that the above statements are true and correct to the best of my knowledge. I understand that a false statement may disqualify me from consideration.
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