AgriTech Summer Research Scholars Program 2026

📖 About the Program

The Cornell AgriTech Summer Research Scholars Program in Geneva, NY, provides undergraduate students with hands-on experience in:

• Agricultural research
• Food and beverage entrepreneurship
• Business development

This program is designed for undergraduate students seeking research experience in relevant fields.

🎁 Benefits

Participants in the program will receive the following benefits:

• Housing
• A $6,200 stipend
• Additional professional enrichment programming and field trips

✅ Eligibility Criteria

To be eligible for the program, applicants must meet the following requirements:

• Citizenship:
  • Only United States citizens or permanent residents are eligible for USDA NIFA funds.
  • Non-US citizens, especially Cornell CALS students, may be eligible for funding from other sources.
• Age: Must be 18 years of age by June 2026.
• Education:
  • Must have completed two, and preferably three, years of college-level study in one of the life sciences by June 2026.
  • Must be enrolled in and have at least one semester remaining in an undergraduate program in the life sciences or other relevant fields (e.g., engineering and computer science) as of July 2026.

📅 Application Date and Process

• Application Deadline: 02 February 2026
• To apply, visit the application portal.

For more details about the program, visit the official program information page.

🌟 Sponsor Organization

The program is sponsored by the Cornell University College of Agriculture and Life Sciences.

Take advantage of this opportunity to gain valuable research experience and professional development in the field of agriculture and life sciences!

• Additional professional enrichment programming and field trips will be offered
• Benefits include housing and a $6,200 stipend