The Summer Program for Undergraduate Urology Research (SPUUR) is a 10-week, full-time, supervised and mentored research opportunity for undergraduate students that leverages the unique urology research resources at the UW-Madison. SPUUR, which uniquely focuses exclusively on research in the lower urinary tract, is designed for students interested in pursuing or considering graduate school in a biomedical science-related field and (1) offers a hands-on curriculum that introduces students to challenges and opportunities presented to the urologic surgeon, basic urologic researcher, nurse, pharmacist, and veterinarian, (2) stimulates lifelong interest in urology by developing responsible conduct in research and deliver exciting research experiences, and (3) builds scholar professional networks and supports recruitment for advanced degree training by facilitating direct contact between scholars and investigators at leading urology research institutions across the U.S. SPUUR scholars receive a stipend of $6,000 – to be paid in 2 parts (one at the beginning and one later in the summer) and – if desired – dormitory housing on the UW-Madison campus.
Application deadline: February 15, 2026
Acceptance decisions: Mid-March, 2026
Program duration: Tuesday, May 26 through Friday, July 31, 2026