Application Procedure

Please note that this process is designed to provide the student with experience in writing a research proposal. The student must be the primary author of the proposal. However, students are expected to work with their mentors during the proposal writing process for feedback, advice, etc.

1. Student completes the on-line Magellan Scholar application form and registers in USCeRA
    
2. 2. Develop a two-page proposal that follows the requirements outlined in the Magellan Scholar Guidebook (PDF/Word)
    
3. Attach the following supporting documentation to the end of the proposal packet:
   
   1. An undergraduate transcript including grades (An "official transcript" is NOT required.) Note: copy and paste VIP transcript to the end of your proposal.
   2. A letter of collaboration from the student's faculty mentor (must include the mentoring role in the project and the basis for concluding that the student is capable of completing the project at a high level of quality.) Letters must be submitted electronically through USCERA with the proposal.
   3. An itemized budget and justification of anticipated expenditures. Budget form (PDF/Word); the budget is in addition to the two page proposal.
   4. If the project includes travel abroad, a letter of approval must be included from the Study Abroad Office. Please see the Magellan Scholar Guidebook for more information.
       
4. Submit the completed proposal packet:
   
   1. Through USCeRA by the faculty mentor and ensure it is APPROVED by your chair, dean and/or chancellor before 5:00 pm on deadline date.
   2. By choosing student name(s) under “co-PI” on the PAP form in USCeRA
   3. By selecting Program Type as “fellowship/undergraduate research”
   4. By selecting "Internal Request" VP for Research" and choosing category type (Magellan Scholar) from the USCERA dropdown menu to ensure proper proposal routing.
   5. Using the Internal Commit Form to list the amount that you are requesting from the VPRHS. Enter total in Year 1 Amount ONLY. Do not enter an amount in the Start-Up box. The total will calculate automatically for you.
   6. By uploading as ONE file using Adobe PDF or MSWord formats.