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Undergraduate Research Summer Studentships
Paid summer research opportunities for undergraduates
Last Update: April 21, 2026
Funding available
$ 3,750 - $ 7,500
Timeline
- Closing date : January 30, 2026
Location
Alberta
Overview
This program provides up to $7,500 to support undergraduate summer research projects at the University of Calgary. It funds 8-, 12-, or 16-week research experiences with a faculty supervisor, with opportunities across disciplines.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop strategic partnerships
- Develop team skills
- Attract or retain talent
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 7,500 $
- Minimum amount : 3,750 $
Timeline
- Closing date : January 30, 2026
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Professional, scientific and technical services
- Educational services
- Health care and social assistance
Location
- Alberta
Legal structures
- Public or Parapublic institution
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Summer research projects conducted under faculty supervision.
- Research projects in any discipline or faculty.
- Projects may be student-led or based on an existing research project.
Documents Needed
- Research project title and abstract
- Project originality and significance statement
- Potential benefits and relevant experience
- Supervisor letter of support
- Consent and acknowledgement section with electronic signature
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- University of Calgary undergraduate students
- Students from all faculties
- Students in all years of study
- Some students from other universities may be eligible for certain awards
Who is not eligible
- Non-UCalgary researchers as supervisors
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
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed by faculty-based committees.
- Each application is reviewed independently by two faculty members with relevant expertise.
- Applications are ranked and final decisions are made by a committee.
- Results are sent by email about 6 to 8 weeks after the last application deadline.
- Successful applicants must formally accept the award.
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.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Undergraduate Research Summer Studentships Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Undergraduate Research Summer Studentships. This section explains what the program is, how much funding is available, eligibility requirements, application deadlines, and other important details to help you determine if this grant is right for your business.
What is the Undergraduate Research Summer Studentships?
This program provides up to $7,500 to support undergraduate summer research projects at the University of Calgary. It funds 8-, 12-, or 16-week research experiences with a faculty supervisor, with opportunities across disciplines.
How much funding can be received?
Undergraduate Research Summer Studentships Funds up to $7,500 of admissible expenses.
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
What expenses are eligible under Undergraduate Research Summer Studentships?
Summer research projects conducted under faculty supervision.
Research projects in any discipline or faculty.
Projects may be student-led or based on an existing research project.
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 403.220.5738.
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 Researchers And Facilities