The ENSURE program is an opportunity for students with diverse backgrounds to gain experience in a research laboratory, work with current Austin College undergraduate students, receive mentorship from faculty, and learn about Austin College. The ENSURE program often offers research opportunities in biology, chemistry, neuroscience, and/or mathematics. 

Incoming first year students must be accepted to Austin College and have paid their deposit before starting the program. The incoming students join existing summer research teams already in session. The new students work closely with a student and faculty mentor on a research project. The research is disseminated publicly on campus during the annual Austin College Scholars Conference (ACSC). 

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The 2025 ENSURE program is open to incoming Austin College first year students, who are first generation college students, from under-represented populations, or qualify for need-based financial aid. ENSURE 2025 will be held for 4 weeks in June.  Date flexibility may possibly be negotiable with advance request through the CREATE office. 

Incoming students selected for this experience will receive:

• 35 hours of lab work per week.
• A stipend of $1,600 to spend 4 weeks of the summer working in an Austin College research lab under the supervision of a faculty member alongside other students from Austin College.
• College housing for the duration of the program.
• Self-confidence and independence in their education, so they are prepared to succeed at Austin College.    

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Priority Consideration Deadline: April 14, 2025  
Award Letters are sent on May 5, 2025