Research Program

BU Summer Training as Research Scholars Program

Location

Massachusetts, United States

Level of study

Undergraduate

Cycle

2025/2026

Entry ID PR-05001

At a glance

The Summer Training as Research Scholars (STaRS) Program at Boston University is an on-site summer research program for undergraduates and first-year Boston University medical school students, offering a valuable opportunity to confirm interest in doctoral studies and a career in research. Each participant is assigned a faculty mentor and develops an independent biomedical research project spanning a broad range of topics, including heart, lung, and blood research.

Who can apply

  • U.S. citizen or permanent resident
  • Expected to graduate in 2027 or later
  • Currently enrolled in a STEM degree program (part-time or full-time) leading to a Bachelor's degree
  • Minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 (on a 4.0 scale)
  • Interest in biological research
  • Some prior research experience (optional)
  • Three letters of recommendation
Read the full eligibility criteria

Contact

Email: starsgms@bu.edu

Boston University Chobanian & Avedisian School of Medicine

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