Application submission deadline was February 29, 2008.

Welcome to Hughes Online Application. The Cornell Hughes Scholars Research Program is open to Cornell undergraduates doing research that is biological in nature on campus. The application is slightly different for Sophomore and Junior applicants.

How to Use This Online Application:

We've provided instructions throughout the application to ensure a painless process. You will find help at every step of this application. The application will verify all information submitted and produce a summary for your review before the final submission. You do not need to complete this application on one try.

Information you submit each time will be saved and is available for change. However, no changes are possible after you make the final submission. We hope this new online application will expedite what would otherwise be a tedious process for you.

Accepted Applicants to the Cornell Hughes Scholars Program for Summer 2008 will:

• Be a Cornell rising Junior or Senior working with a Cornell faculty member on campus. Preference is given to Sophomores.
• Spend 9 weeks doing full-time research that is biological in scope.
• Participate in a 9-week research seminar series.
• Give a poster presentation at a campus research event.
• Receive a stipend for the summer research program ($3,000).
• Continue research during the 2008-2009 academic year (in most cases, by enrolling in Bio G 499).

Application Requirements/Checklist:

• Online Application: This application must be completely filled out and submitted online.
• Cornell Transcript: Have your transcript (including Fall 2007 grades) sent to the Hughes Scholars Program in 216 Stimson Hall. Request transcripts in person or in writing from the University Registrar (222 Day Hall) or from your College office. Unofficial transcripts must be sent directly from the College office. You can also do this electronically at Cornell's transcript page.
• A Personal Statement: Describe your reasons for wishing to participate in the Hughes Scholars Program; include your career goals and state how participation in this program would be relevant to your education.
• A Resume: This document should explain your previous work and/or volunteer experience.
• Research Project Statement: Briefly describe your proposed research project. Please include a title for your project. The project proposal should state succinctly what you plan to do and why. Proposals should not be vague or overly general. While you should write your proposal, it is expected that you will discuss the proposal with your research supervisor and receive substantial faculty guidance.
• Letters of Recommendation: Two letters are required. Letter #1 should be from your research advisor. Letter #2 should be from a Cornell faculty member, possibly your academic advisor, who knows you well.

Thank you for using the Hughes Online Application. The deadline for the Hughes Online Application has passed.