Undergraduate Research
Oberlin Summer Research Institute Fellowship
The Oberlin Summer Research Institute Fellowship offers an invaluable opportunity for students to deepen their academic knowledge and explore areas of study not offered through the formal curriculum. OSRI facilitates Fellows' intellectual and professional development to prepare them to earn PhDs or other advanced degrees. Participation in OSRI will help to prepare students for careers in higher education or in professional fields such as law or medicine. The program is open to students in all research fields, disciplines, and majors who meet the eligibility requirements.
OSRI Quantitative Research Foundational Skills Workshop led by Professor Michelle Johnson
Eligibility
Applicants must meet the following eligibility criteria:
- Non-graduating Oberlin College student who was enrolled during the 2024-2025 academic year
- Able to undertake full-time research and programming on campus June 2nd to July 24th, 2025
- No major commitments from June 2nd to July 24th, 2025 (e.g. classes, other employment, etc.)
- Good academic standing and a cumulative grade point average (GPA) of 2.5 or higher
- Have not previously participated in two summers of an Oberlin College Research Fellowship, Oberlin Summer Undergraduate Research Fellowship, or an OSRI Fellowship
Benefits
Fellows receive one summer of support, mentoring, and funding for student research including:
- A stipend of $3,500 (before taxes) per summer
- Free, on-campus housing for the duration of OSRI, valued at over $1,000.
- Mentoring from an Oberlin College or Conservatory faculty member
- Programming through Oberlin Summer Research Institute (OSRI) to promote research skills and personal/professional development
- Participation in the annual Oberlin College Undergraduate Research Symposium
- Fellows are required to be in residence in Oberlin during the research experience and must participate in OSRI workshops and activities.