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Summer Research Opportunity Program

June 15-August 7, 2026

The Summer Research Opportunity Program (SROP) is an eight-week competitive research experience hosted by Northwestern University for sophomores and juniors from colleges and universities across the United States. All research fields at Northwestern are open to SROP participants including the social sciences, humanities, physical sciences, chemical and biological sciences, technology, math, and engineering fields.

Applications for SROP 2026 will open November 1, 2025.

All SROP participants will receive:

  • $6,500 stipend (before tax) that includes partial meal stipend
  • Round-trip transportation to Northwestern University
  • On campus housing in Evanston, IL
  • A current graduate student mentor
  • Professional development workshops
  • Graduate application fee waiver

SROP 2026 Application

Applications for SROP 2026 will open November 1, 2025. Early submissions are strongly encouraged.

Considerations for Acceptance

To be considered for acceptance into SROP, you must:

  • Be a current sophomore or junior.
  • Have a cumulative GPA of at least 3.5 on a 4.0 scale.
  • Be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident.
  • Have an interest in pursuing a doctoral degree (PhD) at Northwestern University. Students interested in the joint MD/PhD and JD/PhD may apply as well. Those interested in pursuing an MBA, JD, or MD are not eligible.

Students of all backgrounds are welcome to apply. More information on the application process can be found in our SROP FAQs.

SROP FAQs

SROP Expectations

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Additional Research Programs

Additional opportunities for undergraduates looking for research experience and summer opportunities.

Please note this list is not comprehensive of opportunities at Northwestern University.