International Research Student Program | Global Training & Development Institute | Global Affairs

The University of Connecticut invites current students enrolled at participating partner universities to apply for the International Research Student Program. Students will live on campus, and will have opportunities to be engaged in the vibrant student life on campus, while developing research skills and gaining global experience.

Accepted students will come to UConn for one-semester and be matched with a hosting faculty member who will provide supervision and mentorship on a research project. The research project can be either independently designed, or students can join an existing research project to gain experience in their academic field. Students will earn 3 credits for the research experience which they may transfer to their home institution, if desired.

Students will be selected for this program based on the availability of faculty mentors who can support the student's research. GTDI will seek a suitable faculty match for interested students across a variety of academic disciplines. Acceptance to the program will ultimately depend on the ability to identify a research placement.

Program Length: One Semester

Fall Semester: August 31 to December 20, 2026 (arrive August 21)

Spring Semester: January 19 to May 8, 2027 (arrive January 15)

Eligibility requirements:

Current student with at least junior or senior status, with a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5
Documented English proficiency: TOEFL 79, IELTS 6.5, Duolingo 110 or CEFR B2

Estimated Costs:

Academic and Program Fees: $5,888

Estimated On Campus Housing/Meals/Insurance: $8,723

Total Estimated Billed Costs, one semester: $14,611

*Actual costs will depend on which housing and meal plan students select, and updated insurance rates. Students should be prepared to have additional funds for spending money, travel, etc.

Application deadline: April 30 for Fall Semester, September 1 for Spring Semester.

To apply:

Please complete the interest form below. If we are able to match you with an appropriate research placement, we will contact you to complete additional application requirements.

International Research Student Interest Form

Name

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First Name

Last Name (Family Name)

Email address:

Home University

Academic Major

Current Degree Level and Year in Program (for example, Bachelor's 3rd Year)

Semester that you are interested to come to UConn (select one):

Do you have your own research project that you would like to develop or do you prefer to be placed on an existing research project? (select one)

Please provide a description of the topic or area of research that you would like to participate in:

Please upload a copy of your academic transcript.

Max. file size: 250 MB.

If your academic transcript is not in English, please also provide an English translation.

Max. file size: 250 MB.