TURKEY: Application For The Summer Term Program for Undergraduate Research (PURE) 2025 at Sabancı University is now Open!

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Applications are open for the PURE Summer 2025 program at Sabancı University. Join groundbreaking research projects from July 7 to August 28. Apply below: 

When is the Application Deadline:

The application deadline is April 11th, 2025, 16:00 (Turkish Time).

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Tell Me About The Award:

The Program for Undergraduate Research (PURE) Summer 2025 offers undergraduate students the opportunity to engage in research projects conducted by Sabancı University professors. This program allows students to contribute to ongoing research in a variety of fields, from science to engineering, in Sabancı University’s laboratories. The PURE Summer 2025 session will take place from July 7 to August 28, 2025. Students will work on projects at the university’s campus in Turkey, with no online option available. Successful applicants will gain hands-on research experience and the opportunity to be part of transformative academic initiatives.

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Which Fields are Eligible?

All fields 

Type:

Research internship 

Who can Apply?

The eligibility criteria include:

  • PURE program is open only to undergraduate students, including Sabancı University students as well as domestic and international applicants during summer program. All Undergraduate levels and departments can apply.
  • Graduate students are NOT eligible for application.
  • Duration of PURE summer program is 8 weeks.
  • Students can apply up to 6 research projects, which are announced by Sabancı University faculty members and researchers, in an order of precedence and in accordance with their research interests. Students can be a part of ONLY 1 project.
  • Students are assigned to the projects they selected as a result of the evaluations done by the faculty members/researchers.
  • Students receive a certificate of participation upon completing the program successfully.
  • Students are expected to have good academic standing and adequate knowledge of English which is sufficient to fulfill the requirements of their projects. The expected level of language and academic success may change according to the demands of the project and faculty member/researcher. The language of the program is English. English proficiency test is NOT required.
  • Registration for the program and accommodation is free of charge for the students admitted to the program. Free accommodation is provided only for summer terms in shared dorm rooms in campus.
  • All other personal expenses, transportation costs and meal costs are the responsibility of the participant.
  • Students can use the facilities within the campus, such as the Information Center, Cafeteria and Sports Facilities.
  • Students who will use the laboratories are required to take the “Lab Safety” training provided by the Laboratory Specialists.
  • Students who will participate in the program are expected to have health insurance. SGK is valid for Turkish citizens.
  • Students are expected to make a presentation about their research in the specified date in parallel sessions. Each of the students must attend their own session (Each session contains 3-4 research presentation).
  • Students are expected to attend at least 3 seminars during summer term.
  • Students are expected to prepare a final report and a poster.

Which Countries Are Eligible?

All countries 

Where will the Award be Taken?

Sabancı University’s campus in Istanbul, Turkey.

How Many Awards?

Not specified

What is the Benefit of the Award?

The benefits include:

  • Free accommodation at Sabancı University for all accepted students.
  • International students will receive a scholarship covering travel expenses and a monthly stipend.
  • Research experience with Sabancı University faculty and access to cutting-edge research projects.
  • Networking opportunities with professors, fellow students, and researchers.

How Long Will the Award Last?

 July 7 to August 28, 2025.

How to Apply:

To apply, visit the PURE website, create an account, review the list of available projects, and complete the online application form. Make sure to apply between March 26 and April 11, 2025, at 16:00 (Turkish Time). No application fee is required.

Visit the official webpage. 

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