Application Process
Application Process for University of Cincinnati College of Medicine Students
All University of Cincinnati College of Medicine Students (UCCOM) should apply through The University of Cincinnati College of Medicine Common Application Site
Application Process for Non-UCCOM Students
The SMURRF Program encourages students from outside UCCOM to apply. Students must first complete a Letter of Intent. The Letter of Intent asks for basic student background information, a personal statement, and your current resume. You will not need to designate a mentor for the Letter of Intent but should include a list of projects or mentors which interest you.
Selected students will then be invited to complete a Project Proposal. The number of students invited to submit a Project Proposal will depend on the current budget and number of UCCOM students applying to the SMURRF program. Students submitting a Project Proposal must identify one mentor for their summer project. The Project Proposal will include a formal one-page Research Plan, a Mentors Statement, and a signed Agreement & Conditions of Funding.
Due Dates and Notifications
The Letter of Intent is due by 8:00am, Monday, February 9, 2026.
Decisions for invitations to submit the Project Proposal will be emailed by Friday, February 20, 2026.
If invited to submit, the Project Proposal will be due by 8:00am, Monday, March 23, 2026.
Students will receive notification regarding acceptance into the program by Friday, April 3, 2026.
To apply, download and complete the Letter of Intent and follow the instructions below. Then, email your completed application to Mary Kay Lang at mary.lang@cchmc.org.
Instructions for Completing the Letter of Intent
I. Student Information: Please complete the attached Letter of Intent that includes the dates you are available this summer to participate in the program, along with your contact information and educational background.
II. Personal Statement: Include information specifically addressing:
- Why you are interested in participating in the SMURRF program
- The types of research projects and mentors you are potentially interested in pursuing for the summer and why
- Your current medical career goals or plans
III. Resume: Include a copy of your current resume.
IV. Letters of Recommendation: Letters of recommendation are not required but up to two letters may be included. If submitting, letters should be addressed to The SMURRF Selection Committee and send separately to Mary Kay Lang at Mary.Lang@cchmc.org
