C-MORE Scholars Program

Levels of Award

Level I: Traineeship

All new students apply as trainees, regardless of their academic level. Trainees receive close mentoring to learn laboratory and computer skills, research methods, and science concepts. They spend a minimum of 45 hours/month learning these skills and concepts, and receive a $2,000 stipend per semester. Trainees present posters at the Scholars Symposium.

Level II: Internship

Applicants for internships are typically juniors or seniors who have been trainees for at least one year. Internships help students connect what they have learned in the classroom with “real-life” research and careers. Interns spend at least 55 hours/month learning to conduct research, receive a stipend of $3,000 per semester, and give oral presentations at the Scholars Symposium. Interns help organize program activities such as monthly meetings and outreach events.

Level III: Fellowship

C-MORE scholars program photo Students applying for fellowships are seniors who have been interns for at least one year. They conduct an independent research project, such as a senior thesis or honors thesis. They spend a minimum of 65 hours/month on research, receive a stipend of $4,000 per semester, and give oral presentations at the Scholars Symposium. In addition to helping organize program activities, fellows also serve as peer mentors and role models to other Scholars.