The Boston College Advanced Study Grants (ASGs) are awarded for student-designed summer skill acquisition or research projects that promise to advance dramatically the applicant鈥檚 progress in the major field of study, or to provide research assistance for Juniors who will be completing a thesis or Scholar of the College project in their Senior year.
To apply, a student must be nominated by a faculty member at the start of the spring semester. Nominees will be sent application materials at the beginning of February, and applications are due in mid-March (or early April for thesis applicants). Applications primarily consist of a three-page project proposal, a proposed budget, a transcript or course history, and a letter of recommendation. ASGs are available in any of the categories below.
These are awarded for student-designed summer research or skill development projects. The intent of this program is to encourage undergraduates to acquire skills that will make more sophisticated research and study possible during the Junior and Senior years. Therefore, preference is given to Freshmen and Sophomores. Applications from Juniors not wishing to pursue a thesis or Scholar of the College project may also apply and receive full consideration.