Summer Cancer Research Institute

2025 SCRI program dates: June 9-August 1, 2025

The application is now open. Apply HERE

Description of the Program

The Summer Cancer Research Institute is an 8-week intensive summer program supported by the National Cancer Institute U54 grants (CA221704 and CA221705; Contact PIs: Drs. Grace Ma and Joel Erblich) to Temple University/Fox Chase Cancer Center and Hunter College.

Undergraduate and Graduate students from Temple University and Hunter College interested in pursuing basic cancer research or population-based research are welcome to apply. We encourage applications from students of all backgrounds, particularly those from underrepresented minority groups or disadvantaged backgrounds.

Participants benefit from:

Hands-on research
Mentorship from established investigator
Cancer seminars and skill-building workshops
Written and oral science communication skills
Research presentation experience
Stipend of at least $4,000

Who is eligible to apply?

To apply to the Summer Cancer Research Institute students must be:

Enrolled at either Temple University or Hunter College during the Spring semester,
Must be matriculating at HC or TU in Fall 2025,
Be a sophomore or above,
Be in good academic standing,
Be at least eighteen (18) years of age,
Pass a mandatory health and drug screening, and background check,
Have relevant immunizations, including a two-step screening for PPD, and flu shot, and
Commit to work full time for 8 consecutive weeks at Temple University or Fox Chase Cancer Center.

How do I apply?

Application will open from 11/1/2024-1/24/2025 at 5 pm.

Components of application:

Short and long answer questions about yourself and your interests
Resume or CV
Unofficial transcripts
Up to two letters of recommendation are strongly encouraged
- Letters from faculty, advisors, TAs, or individuals from work or volunteering positions are all acceptable
- It is recommended you reach out to these individuals well in advance to request a letter

We highly encourage you to complete your application earlier. After we receive your application, we will send out emails to the recommenders you listed for them to upload recommendation letters after we receive your application.

Summer Cancer Research Institute 2025 Information Sessions!

Are you interested in gaining hands-on cancer research experience? Attend a virtual information session to learn more about SCRI 2025!

Four sessions will be held on Thursday 10/17/2024, Wednesday 10/23/2024, Thursday 11/7/2024, and Tuesday 11/12/2024 at 12:00 pm-1:00 pm to provide an overview of the program and guidance about the application process.

Please see our flyer attached and share the details about our upcoming information sessions to any undergraduate/graduate students currently enrolled at Temple University or Hunter College. Interested students can scan the QR code in the flyer or register HERE to attend.