LSAMP students working on STEM-based independent research are eligible to apply for funding to help cover the costs of research materials. Applications for funding must be endorsed by your research faculty adviser.
Eligibility
- Student must be an LSAMP Scholar
- Student's research must be in STEM
- Student research must be supervised by a faculty mentor
Required Documents
- Submit in a single PDF document a signed budget sheet (PDF) and all additional materials to support your request
- Project Overview (3-4 pages)*
Funded Items
- Research materials/supplies (e.g., books not found at Rutgers libraries, beakers, lab equipment*)
- Poster printing
Items Not Funded
- Accommodation (e.g., hotels)
- Transportation (e.g., flights, trains, buses, Ubers)
- Meals
- Living expenses (e.g., rent, clothes, laundry, internet service, utilities, etc.)
- Tuition and/or fees
- Per Diems
- Internships with companies
- Apparel
- Gift cards
Responsibilities After a Funded Opportunity
Scholars are required to:
- Provide scanned receipts and other pertinent documents for purchases
- Submit a 500-word reflection and/or research documents related to the funded experience
Scholars may be asked to:
- Serve as an LSAMP Student Ambassador at University to community events
- Conduct workshops or act as a mentor to students interested in STEM
- Give a presentation at the next scheduled LSAMP workshop