About the Program
The Veterinary Research Scholars Program (VRSP) is a 12-week summer research experience that pairs veterinary students with faculty and other experienced researchers to conduct mentored research. Scholars gain hands-on experience with the research process while participating in career-development activities, scientific communication training, research-site visits, and other programming designed to introduce them to the many ways veterinarians contribute to research. The program culminates in presentation of their work at the Veterinary Scholars Symposium. Previous research experience is not required; the goal is to help students explore how research and scientific inquiry may fit into their future veterinary careers.
12 Weeks
Full-time, hands-on mentored summer research
Career Exploration
Workshops, speakers, and research-site visits
$6,500
Stipend for each selected scholar
Veterinary Scholars Symposium
Present your research at the national symposium
Start the 2027 VRSP Application
Contact
USU College of Veterinary Medicine Veterinary Research Scholars Program
Email: CVM.VRSP@usu.edu
Dr. Stephanie Martinez, PhD
Program Director
Dr. JB Collins, PhD
Assistant Director
Dr. Mike McEntire, DVM, MS, Dipl. ACZM (Zoo)
Assistant Director