University of Michigan Media Union, North Campus 2281 Bonisteel Blvd. Scholars work with internationally recognized IU Bloomington faculty in research laboratories, advancing the frontiers of our scientific understanding in a variety of fields. Scholars can pursue research with faculty in a number of fields including astronomy, biology, biochemistry, chemistry, cognitive sciences, geological sciences, microbiology, physics, and psychology.
Scholars also receive annual funding for the support of their research projects.
Through advanced placement credit and exemption examinations, scholars accelerate course progression through their major, creating more time for research. They participate in at least one science and society course while at IU, exploring the relationships between the sciences and our changing society. This seminar acquaints scholars with different scientific career paths, helping them optimize their preparation for postgraduate study and scientific careers. The Program is currently comprised of 32 Scholars working with Mentors in five science departments. Current Scholars are drawn from the national pool, attracted in part by the rare opportunity to begin as freshman working associations with faculty Mentors.