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Undergraduate Research Summer Studentships
Undergraduate summer research funding at Calgary
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- Funding available
- $ 7,500
- Deadline
- January 29, 2027
- Location
- Alberta, Canada
- Who can apply
- Currently enrolled undergraduate students at the University of Calgary, including international students presently studying at the University of Calgary.
- See full eligibility
Overview
This University of Calgary program supports undergraduate summer research projects with awards up to $7,500. Students work with a faculty supervisor on research in any discipline, and some awards may be available for students from other universities.
At a glance
Funding available
- Maximum funding
- $7,500
- Develop strategic partnerships
- Develop team skills
- Attract or retain talent
- Conduct research and development activities
- Develop workforce skills
- Conduct research or evaluation activities
Eligible candidates
- Location
- Alberta
- Eligible Industries
- All industries
- Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
- Organisation size
- All organization sizes
- Audience
- Indigenous Peoples
- Other Racialized Persons
- Black Canadians
- Canadians
- Youth (<40)
- Women
- Legal structures
- Public or Parapublic institution
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Availability timeline
2026
Periods: 2
Latest changes
Official source: signaturelearning.ucalgary.ca
September 25, 2026
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Currently enrolled undergraduate students at the University of Calgary, including international students presently studying at the University of Calgary.
- Students in any faculty and any discipline.
- Students who have previously conducted student research through UREX may reapply in subsequent years.
Who is not eligible
- Students who have completed the requirements for their degree program.
- Students who are graduating in June.
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Holding more than one similar award at the same time
- Using more than one funding source for the same project
- Additional government grants for the same project
Eligible geographic areas
- University of Calgary
- Alberta-based research opportunities for participating awards
Activities funded
- Summer research projects with a UCalgary mentor.
- Research in an area of interest or to expand knowledge into something new.
- Research open to all disciplines.
How to apply
- Find a research supervisor.
- Prepare your proposal.
- Work with your supervisor to submit your application by the deadline.
Documents Needed
- Supervisor letter of reference
Selection criteria
- Project description
- Originality, creativity, and significance
- Student preparedness and relevant experience
- Potential benefits
- Background preparation, mentorship and research environment, and quality of research experience
Processing and Agreement
- The adjudication of the UREX Award Program applications is conducted through faculty-based committees.
- Each application is reviewed independently by two faculty members who have a relevant area of expertise.
- Successful students will be notified by early April in coordination with other summer studentship awards.
- Students offered a UREX award will be required to accept or decline the offer by a date specified in the offer notification.
- During their research term, UREX students must complete an entry and end-point evaluation survey and submit a report of their experience after the term.
Additional information
- Applications are submitted through AwardSpring, the central application system.
- Applicants may be considered for all awards they are eligible for through one application.
- Research involving human participants, animals, or bio-hazard materials requires ethics approval before the project begins.
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Frequently Asked Questions about the Undergraduate Research Summer Studentships Program
What is the Undergraduate Research Summer Studentships?
This University of Calgary program supports undergraduate summer research projects with awards up to $7,500. Students work with a faculty supervisor on research in any discipline, and some awards may be available for students from other universities.
How much funding can be received?
Undergraduate Research Summer Studentships Funds up to $7,500 of admissible expenses.
What is the deadline to apply?
Applications will open on November 23, 2026.
Who is eligible for the Undergraduate Research Summer Studentships program?
To be eligible for the Undergraduate Research Summer Studentships program, you must:
University of Calgary undergraduate student
Faculty supervisor required
Good academic standing and free from academic probation
Who can I contact for more information about the Undergraduate Research Summer Studentships?
You can contact University of Calgary by email at summerstudent@ucalgary.ca or by phone at 403.220.7938.
Where is the Undergraduate Research Summer Studentships available?
The Undergraduate Research Summer Studentships program is available the province of Alberta.
Is the Undergraduate Research Summer Studentships a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Undergraduate Research Summer Studentships is a Grant and Funding