Santa Fe Institute UCR Research Program 2027 in USA  (Fully Funded)

The Santa Fe Institute invites undergraduate students worldwide to apply for its 2027 Undergraduate Complexity Research (UCR) Program. This fully funded 10-week residential experience runs from 30 May to 7 August 2027 in Santa Fe, New Mexico, offering participants the chance to conduct independent research projects under expert mentorship. Applications close on 13 January 2027.

What the Program Offers

Selected participants receive comprehensive support throughout their research placement:

• $7,000 stipend for living expenses
• Free housing on-site
• Meals provided during the program
• Travel support to and from Santa Fe, New Mexico
• Mentorship from SFI researchers on independent projects
• Seminars and workshops enhancing research skills and preparing for future academic and professional steps

Program Objectives

The UCR program immerses students in complexity science, an interdisciplinary field examining how parts of a system interact and give rise to collective behaviours. Participants learn to:

• Combine theory, methods, and data from physical, natural, and social sciences
• Study complex systems through rigorous transdisciplinary approaches
• Address big questions about real-world systems
• Develop independent research projects under SFI mentorship

Eligibility Requirements

Applicants must meet specific criteria:

• Be actively enrolled part-time or full-time in an Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree program
• Intend to return to at least one additional academic term of undergraduate study after the program ends in August
• Welcome applicants from any country with limited visa assistance provided
• Include students from two-year and four-year institutions, transfer students, and dual-degree students in the undergraduate portion of their program

Students who will fully complete their undergraduate degree before the program ends are ineligible.

Required Documents

Applicants must prepare four documents:

• Academic CV or resume detailing education and experience
• Research statement including a short project proposal
• Letter of recommendation from a faculty member or mentor
• Unofficial transcripts from current and previous institutions

How to Apply

Submit your application through the official Santa Fe Institute portal. Prepare your research statement thoughtfully, articulating your interest in complexity science and the questions you hope to explore. This program offers a transformative opportunity to conduct meaningful research at one of the world’s leading centres for complexity science.

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