Application Guidelines
The CASE program application process occurs during the spring term of each year. Information will be sent to all current undergraduate students via email when applications open.
All required items are submitted online. Keep in mind that the program is competitive, so make sure all application materials are completed to required specifications.
Application Requirements
Requirements
- A completed application form.
- Project proposal describing your suggested scholarly or creative project. You should work closely with your mentor on this proposal and include the following components:
- Project title
- Short project summary (no more than 50 words)
- Project Proposal Narrative (600-1500 words): This is a short description of the project including background information needed to understand the context of the project, an overview of research/scholarly/creative methods and a planned timeline. Citations to a few relevant sources should be included. The overall objective of the project should be clear.
- Reflection (200 words): How will participating in the CASE program connect to and support your future career goals?
- The name of your faculty mentor (mentors will be sent a short recommendation form after you apply).
Applications for the CASE First-Year Scholars program for 2023 will open in March.
Requirements
- A completed application form (online).
- General academic and demographic information about you
- A ranking of your project preferences from the list of available projects
- A list of college courses you have completed along with GPA
- The name of and email address of the faculty member supplying a recommendation
- Reflection (200 words): How will participating in the CASE program connect to and support your future career goals?
- A recommendation form from a faculty member at the University who is familiar with your academic work. Faculty members will be contacted via email by the CASE directors and will submit their forms online.