iScholar 2027 Application Form

iScholar 2027 Application Form
Thank you for your interest in our iScholar summer research fellowship program for students at non-US institutions. This highly competitive program is designed to provide promising current or recent 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 2028 (likely Fall enrolment starting in August 2028). For more information on the Department please visit our website: http://www.sas.rochester.edu/chm/.

The 2027 iScholar program will run from Monday May 31 to Friday July 30. 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 a copy of your submitted application via email.

The deadline for applications is Friday, January 8, 2027 at 11:59pm Eastern US time. Letters of recommendation may be received after this deadline and will be accepted until Friday, January 22, 2027 at 11:59pm Eastern US time.

Name

First NameLast Name
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City
State/Province/Region
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Are you available for the entire 9-week program from Monday May 31 to Friday July 30?
Please indicate your earliest possible start date

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Please indicate your latest possible end date

MonthDayYear
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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
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'.)
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

Indicate your English Language Proficiency

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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#ChemistryFaculty
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.

Note that the use of AI tools or large-language models is discouraged, as the resulting responses are often impersonal and overly generic. We would rather read an imperfect, authentic, and personal response than one that is perfectly composed but does not help us learn anything about you and your scientific journey.
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

Are you currently, or have you ever been, enrolled in a PhD program?
If yes, explain why your existing experience as a PhD student would not conflict with your pursuit of a PhD at the University of Rochester
Will be you be applying to PhD programs in Chemistry in the United States for Fall 2028 entry?

Please upload a copy of your undergraduate (and, if applicable, masters) transcript with English translation. Unofficial transcripts and translations are acceptable.

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Please upload a CV.

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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.
I agree to allow my application information to be sent to the referees below

Name

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

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Name

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

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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 or result in recovation of any offer I receive related to this application.

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