SURA
Summer Undergraduate Research Awards (SURA)
Faculty Supervisor Identification Phase
(open January 1, 2026 to February 4, 2026)
Faculty interested in making an application for a 1st or 2nd year medical student or an undergraduate non-medical student to participate in their research project must complete a Supervisor Application Form. Please note this program is open to Memorial University students only.
Medical Students: Supervisor Application Form (Medical Students)
Non-Medical Students: Supervisor Application Form (Non-Medical Students)
Student Application Phase
(open February 9, 2026 to March 4, 2026)
A list of potential supervisors and their research projects will be available Monday, February 9th, 2026. It is the responsibility of the student to connect with a supervisor, and together prepare and submit a SURA application to the Office of Research & Graduate Studies. Each student will be permitted to submit only one application.
Medical Students: SURA Application Medical Students
Research Projects and Supervisor Contact Information - Medical Students (to be updated February 9th)
Non-Medical Students: SURA Application Non-Medical Students
Research Projects and Supervisor Contact Information - Non-Medical Students (to be updated February 9th)
FAQS:
When will I hear the results for my SURA application?
All applicants will be notified by May 1st, 2026 whether successful or unsuccessful
What is the length of the research period?
Non-Medical Students: 8 weeks
Medical Students: 4 weeks
When do I submit my final SURA report?
Final reports are due to the Research & Graduate Studies Office (rgsfunding@mun.ca) by Wednesday, August 26th, 2026.