Women in Mathematics (WIM) offers support to undergraduate students to conduct research projects under the direction of faculty mentors within the Mathematics Department at Penn State University
Applicants must be students enrolled at Penn State University Park Campus with a Mathematics Major in the 2026-2027 academic year. We strongly encourage students without prior research experience to apply. The proposed research work for WIM Scholars should not be part of projects for which students receive academic credit.
WIM will offer support up to $1500 per student for Summer 2026 and the academic year 2026-2027, including summer sessions to two students. The funds for could be used for the summer sessions with intensive research activities or for Fall and Spring semesters combined. (If the time period is less, please specify the amount requested and time period.)
Winners will be announced at the Mathematics Department Awards Ceremony to be held in Spring 2026. WIM Scholars are required to present their work at the 2027 PSU Undergraduate Exhibition on the University Park Campus.
Applicants should fill out an application form in all its parts.
The deadline to submit an application for 2026-2027 will be in early Spring 2026. Exact date TBA.
YOU MUST HAVE A PSU ACCOUNT TO FILL OUT THE APPLICATION FORM.
Application form
For more information, please contact:
Professor Ae Ja Yee.
