Summer Research Opportunities Program 

The Summer Research Opportunities Program (SROP) was created to promote access to undergraduate research during the summer months for students at NIU.

Participating in an SROP allows students to connect with faculty mentors, build their resume, 

In SROP, students will: 

• Learn what research looks like in their field of study
• Learn how to write a formal research proposal
• Gain experience working alongside talented faculty at NIU 
• Attend professional and academic enrichment activities
• Receive housing, meals, and a generous stipend

SROP Eligibility
Admission to SROP will be offered on a competitive basis to those individuals who, at the application deadline:

• Are full-time students enrolled at NIU
• Are sophomores (who have completed at least 3 semesters of college-level coursework), juniors, and seniors (who will not be graduating in the spring or summer of 2013)
• Have a cumulative grade point average of 3.00 or better
• Are committed to participate in the program for 8 weeks (June 17-August 11, 2013)
• Have declared a major

Program Expectations
All research is substantive, requiring the full-time commitment of the student (40 hours/week).  In conjunction with the requirements of the faculty mentors, all participants are required to make a final presentation.  Students also participate in supplemental activities (weekly workshops/meetings) to enhance their program experience and preparation for graduate school.

Awards
Students will be awarded a $3,500 stipend.  All program participants will be required to live in assigned, on-campus housing.  The program will cover all expenses for room and board (double occupancy).  Students admitted to SROP will be notified at the end of March, 2013.

All application materials must be submitted to:

Office of Student Engagement & Experiential Learning
by 4:30pm on Friday, March 8, 2013.