UM Scholars
Mission: To offer mentored research training that allows students to expand their knowledge and enlighten their career choices.
About
UM Scholars is a mentored educational program that connects students from the University of Maryland, Baltimore (UMB) and the University of Maryland, College Park (UMCP) to faculty mentors at the opposite campus to work on research projects designed to expand students’ knowledge and enlighten students about career choices. The structured, 10-week program taps into the complementary strengths of UMB and UMCP.
Launched in 2012 as one of the first joint initiatives of MPower, the program began with just two students, it has grown to include more than 300+ participants from across both campuses. Today, the program engages students from a wide range of disciplines including law, nursing, pharmacy, social work, public health, bioengineering, behavioral and social sciences, agriculture, and education.
Opportunities include research placements for UMCP STEM-focused undergraduates to work with UMB’s top medical school faculty and offers assignments for undergraduates to work with researchers at UMB’s schools of nursing, pharmacy, and social work.
How the Program Works
- 400-hour research project conducted over a 10-week period.
- Project begins in late May and ends in early August.
- Schedule is mutually defined and agreed upon by the student and mentor.
- Work is expected to take place during typical business hours (Monday–Friday, 9am–5pm).
- Research is designed to be conducted on campus at UMB, UMCP, or at the MDH.
- Delivery format may be hybrid (remote and in-person) or fully in-person, as defined by the faculty mentor.
- Selected students will receive a stiped for their work, paid in multiple installments over the 10 weeks.
- Undergraduate students receive $5,500; Graduate students receive $6,500.
- Students must be enrolled in the Fall semester to be considered.
- The program is competitive; applicants are not guaranteed placement or an interview.
- Each project has a unique application and selection process.
- Students and mentors may be asked to complete evaluation materials at the end of the experience.
Preparing to Apply
Review what materials you’ll need to apply for Summer 2026, explore past program offerings, learn about the selection process, and view additional details on ideal candidates and the program schedule.
Learn more here.
Summer 2026 Paid Research
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The University of Maryland Strategic Partnership: MPowering the State provides funding for multiple student/faculty-mentored research experiences at UMB, UMCP, and with leadership at the Maryland Department of Health (MDH).
Click below to browse Summer 2025 projects:
UMB Students
UMCP Students
Research opportunities are offered by program type and by your enrolled university. Click your university’s link above to view projects offered and schedule.
For questions, contact Adrianne Arthur at aarthur@umaryland.edu.
