Russell Women in
Science Leadership
Scholars Program
The Russell Women in Science Leadership Scholars Program provides Northeastern undergraduate students with hands-on research experience, mentorship from faculty, and leadership opportunities.
Oakland
- Work with a Northeastern faculty member on a science research project during the academic year
- Expect to commit 6–8 hours per week to the research, depending on the scope of the project
- Get special access to leadership workshops and the Russell lecture event in the spring
- Meet with other Russell Scholars for monthly cohort meetings
- Receive a scholarship
Boston
- Work with a Northeastern faculty member on a science research project during the 2026 summer semester
- First-half summer semester: May 6 – June 20
- Second-half summer semester: June 29 – August 16
- Full summer semester: May 6 – August 16
- Expect to commit 10–12 hours per week to the research, depending on the scope of the project
- Receive a scholarship
Eligibility Criteria
The Oakland program is open to Oakland based Northeastern first-year undergraduate student applicants who are interested in pursuing scientific research.
The Boston program is available to Boston based Northeastern second-year undergraduate student applicants, and above, who are interested in pursuing scientific research. Students participating in a summer co-op are ineligible to apply.
Oakland Important Dates
- Application Opens
- Tuesday, September 15
- Application Deadline
- Thursday, October 8 (Extended Deadline)
- Information Session
- 🔗 Info Session Recording
- Tuesday, September 15 | 5 – 6 p.m. | Online
- Register on NU Engage