Applications are now open for the Washington Research Foundation Fellowship and Levinson Emerging Scholars Award.The Washington Research Foundation Fellowship and the Levinson Emerging Scholars Program support undergraduates who want to pursue creative and advanced bioscience and related research under the guidance of UW faculty. Apply to both programs through a single application! Awarded students will receive up to $8,000 across three quarters and travel support to present at a professional conference. Learn more about both programs here.
Award Highlights
Washington Research Foundation Fellowship (WRF):
WRF Fellows receive $8,000 to support their research, plus funding to present at a professional conference.
More info about the Washington Research Foundation Fellowship
Levinson Emerging Scholars Award:
Levinson Scholars receive up to $8,000 for educational expenses, research supplies, and travel to present their work.
More info about the Levinson Emerging Scholars Award
Application Details
- Deadline: Sunday, July 12, 2026, at 11:59 PM PT
- Recommendation Letters Deadline: Tuesday, July 14, 2026, at 11:59 PM PT
- One application for both awards
- Open to current UW undergraduates (Seattle, Bothell, Tacoma) conducting bioscience-related research
Info Sessions
Learn more about the application process, program expectations, and how to craft a strong application.
Register here to attend an info session. Both information sessions will cover the same content.
- In person: Thursday, May 21, 12-1pm, Mary Gates Hall 171
- Virtual: Tuesday, June 23, 12-1pm, Zoom
Eligibility Summary
Applicants must:
- Be enrolled full-time (12+ credits) at UW (any campus) during the award period
- Be pursuing a bachelor’s degree and have completed at least 2 years of university coursework
- Have 3+ quarters of research experience by the time of application
- Be conducting bioscience-related research with guidance from a UW faculty mentor
- Propose a project that demonstrates originality and independence over 2–3 quarters
Questions? Contact UndergradResearch@uw.edu
