Eligibility
- Veterinary students interested in gaining research experience are encouraged to apply to the Veterinary Research Scholars Program. Previous research experience is not required.
- Applicants must:
- Be a first- or second-year veterinary student at Utah State University or another veterinary school, and be in good academic standing.
- Demonstrate curiosity about research and an interest in participating fully in the research process.
- Submit a complete application, including a letter of recommendation.
- International veterinary scholars are also eligible to apply. Eligibility requires approximate schedule alignment with Utah State's summer VRSP schedule. Interested international scholars should contact Dr. Stephanie Martinez to request additional information.
- Please note that the Utah State VRSP is unable to provide funding for travel to and from Logan or for summer housing. Program-supported travel to the Veterinary Scholars Symposium is provided separately.
How to Get Started
- Come to the Lunch and Learn on November 10, 2026, for an overview of the program.
- Consider your interests, what types of research appeal to you, and what questions you might have.
- View the Faculty Mentors and Research Interests page to see the types of research being done at USU, and review the 2027 VRSP Mentors and Projects page when projects are posted in early December.
- Contact prospective mentors in your area of interest to discuss project ideas and determine if you are a good match with the mentor.
- Attend the Faculty–Student Project Match Lunch and Learn on January 14, 2027, to meet participating mentors and learn more about their research and labs.
- View the application to see what is required (due by January 31, 2027).