Deadline: 15 February 2026

The Yale University Undergraduate Research Scholarship 2026 offers international undergraduate students the opportunity to spend the summer conducting research at Yale University, USA. This fully funded program provides hands-on research experience in astronomy and related fields, along with generous financial support.

The scholarship is offered through the Dorrit Hoffleit Undergraduate Astronomy Research Fellowship, established in honor of Dr. E. Dorrit Hoffleit, a renowned research astronomer who contributed to Yale’s Department of Astronomy for over 50 years.

Eligibility Criteria

  • Open to second- or third-year undergraduate students
  • Field of study must be physics, astronomy, or astrophysics
  • Applicants must demonstrate strong motivation to pursue graduate studies
  • All nationalities are eligible

Program Details

  • Host Country: United States of America
  • Study Location: Yale University
  • Category: Undergraduate Research / Internship
  • Language Requirement: IELTS not required

Scholarship Benefits

  • Fully funded program
  • $1,800 monthly stipend ($450 biweekly)
  • Free accommodation at Yale’s Residential Colleges
  • Meal vouchers for 15 meals per week
  • Travel expense reimbursement of up to $1,000

Deadline

15 February 2026

This scholarship is an excellent opportunity for undergraduate students to gain valuable research experience at one of the world’s leading universities.

For further details, please see the university’s website.

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