PURM students participate in cutting-edge research in a variety of fields, gain an understanding of the research process, and develop a one-on-one relationship with a Penn faculty member. Past participants have noted that participating in PURM allowed them to experience the triumphs and challenges of advanced research, while honing their analytical skills and providing them with deeper knowledge of research in their field.

Students must be available to work on their PURM project full-time for ten full weeks during the summer.  In many cases, PURM research relationships continue during the academic year through informal collaborations, independent study, or departmental or university-funded research grants.

Since PURM participants will be engaged full-time during their 10-week experience, selected students should not be involved in any other activities (eg employment or internships) that will interfere with their capactiy to participate successfully in the program.  Subject to their PURM Faculty Mentor’s approval, students may be able to enroll in one course per summer half-term, provided it does not interfere with the needs of the project. However, based on past student experiences, enrollment in summer courses is strongly discouraged. The exact dates that students will work on their project will be determined in conjunction with their PURM Faculty Mentor.

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