How to Apply

​To apply for the SURF program, follow the 3 steps below:

  1. Complete the SURF Application:
  2. Submit the following documents (in a single pdf file) within the application portal:
    1. Personal statement essay (1-2 pages) describing the following insights about yourself:
      1. A brief description of your most meaningful research experience and future career goals
      2. Why you are interested in the MSTP-SURF program
      3. Challenges/obstacles you have had to overcome in your life and academic career so far
    2. University/college transcripts (unofficial transcripts are acceptable)
  3. Please have two (2) recommenders email their letters of recommendation to surfmstp@health.ucsd.edu​ with the subject line "APPLICANTLAST_FIRSTNAME - SURF 2024 - Letter of Recommendation"

THE DEADLINE TO APPLY TO THIS PROGRAM IS FEBRUARY 2, 2024.


​Program Address and Contact:

UCSD SURF Program
9500 Gilman Drive - MC 0661
La Jolla, CA 92093-0661