Washington Research Foundation Fellowships for Advanced Undergraduates Program
The University of Washington's WRF Fellowships support advanced undergraduates in biosciences conducting independent research with faculty mentorship and career development opportunities.
Funder: University of Washington
Due Dates (Anticipated): July 2027 (Full application deadline)
Funding Amounts: $8,000 total per award, disbursed over three quarters (Autumn, Winter, Spring)
Summary: Fellowship for advanced UW undergraduates conducting independent biosciences research with faculty mentorship and career development support.
Key Information: Awardees must be full-time UW undergraduates with at least three quarters of prior research experience; cannot hold Mary Gates Research Scholarship concurrently.
Description
The Washington Research Foundation Fellowships for Advanced Undergraduates Program supports exceptional undergraduates at the University of Washington (Seattle, Bothell, Tacoma) who are engaged in innovative and independent research projects in the biosciences or related fields. The fellowship is designed to foster research independence, promote career development, and broaden participation in the life sciences. Awardees are mentored by UW faculty and are expected to present their research at the annual UW Undergraduate Research Symposium, participate in quarterly events, and remain active in their research throughout the academic year.
