Washington University Undergraduate Research Scholarships

The College of Arts and Sciences sponsors an Undergraduate Research Scholarship competition for undergraduate students proposing to participate in any type of scholarly research, with awards from $500 to $4,000. The funds may be utilized for summer field projects or school year research projects. Applications deadlines and forms are posted on their website.

Sigma Xi, The Scientific Research Society, Washington University Chapter Grants

Two grants-in-aid for scientific research of up to $1,500 are made by the Washington University Chapter of Sigma Xi to undergraduate students. The funds may be utilized for items including purchase of materials for experiments, copying and archival fees, or travel to present research findings at professional society meetings. Projects requiring a Human Subject Review should complete such clearance prior to application. The competition is handled through the  Arts and Sciences Undergraduate Research Office located in South Brookings Hall.

Bemis Travel Fellowship

The Bemis competition grants a current junior up to $2,500 toward the completion of a research project in Europe during the summer following the junior year. Preference is given to students who have not traveled to Europe and whose only opportunity may be through financial assistance. Deadline is in March.

Dorot Foundation Travel Grant

The Dorot Foundation Travel Grant will enable five Washington University students to receive $1,000 each towards summer study in Israel. Grants are awarded on the basis of need. Deadline is in March.

Florence Moog Scholarship

The Moog Scholarship is awarded each spring to a sophomore in the College of Arts and Sciences who is preparing for a career in science.  This scholarship provides half-tuition for both junior and senior years.  In late February, the College sends a letter to qualified students inviting them to apply.