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CUNY Research Scholars Program (CRSP)
CUNY Research Scholars Program (CRSP)
The CUNY Research Scholars Program (CRSP) provides BMCC students with an opportunity to participate in faculty-mentored research while developing research, academic, professional, and presentation skills.
The CUNY Research Scholars Program (CRSP) provides BMCC students with an opportunity to participate in faculty-mentored research while developing research, academic, professional, and presentation skills.
CRSP is designed for students who are interested in gaining substantial research experience and continuing their research over multiple semesters.
CRSP is designed for students who are interested in gaining substantial research experience and continuing their research over multiple semesters.
Program Highlights
Program Highlights
Faculty-mentored research experience
Three-semester program commitment
Research and professional development workshops
Opportunities to present research at BMCC and other conferences and events
Individualized experience working with a faculty research mentor
Stipend support for participating students
Program Commitment
Program Commitment
CRSP is a three-semester commitment:
Fall: 100 research hours
Spring: 100 research hours
Summer: 200 research hours
Students are expected to remain engaged in their research and complete the required program activities throughout their three semesters.
Stipend
Stipend
CRSP students receive:
$1,500 for the Fall semester
$1,500 for the Spring semester
$2,000 for the Summer semester
Total potential stipend: $5,000
Stipend distribution is subject to completion of program requirements and the applicable payment/processing procedures.
Eligibility
Eligibility
Applicants must:
Be currently enrolled as a full-time BMCC student
Have a minimum 3.0 GPA
Be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident
Be able to commit to the full three-semester program
Have a BMCC faculty research mentor
Faculty Research Mentor Requirement
Faculty Research Mentor Requirement
Students must identify a faculty research mentor as part of the application process.
Students are encouraged to connect with faculty members whose research interests align with their own academic and research interests.
Important: Students should not submit a CRSP application without a faculty research mentor. An application submitted without a mentor may be denied.
Who Is CRSP For?
Who Is CRSP For?
CRSP may be a good fit for students who:
☑️ Want substantial hands-on research experience
☑️ Are interested in continuing research over multiple semesters
☑️ Want to work closely with a faculty research mentor
☑️ Are considering graduate school or research-related careers
☑️ Want opportunities to present their research
☑️ Are ready to make a significant time commitment to research
Program Activities
Program Activities
In addition to their research experience, CRSP students participate in Office of Research programming and professional development activities.
Activities may include:
Research workshops
Professional development workshops
Research presentations
Poster development and presentation preparation
Research conferences and symposia
Networking opportunities
Career and graduate school programming
Before You Apply
Before You Apply
Before beginning your application, make sure you:
Meet the eligibility requirements.
Have identified a BMCC faculty research mentor.
Understand the three-semester commitment.
Are prepared to complete the required research hours each semester.
Are able to participate in required program activities.
Application Period
Application Period
CRSP applications are open during the Fall semester.
CRSP Applications for the 2026-2027 year are currently closed. Please check back in August 2027 for the 2027-2028 CRSP Application Cycle.
CRSP Applications for the 2026-2027 year are currently closed. Please check back in August 2027 for the 2027-2028 CRSP Application Cycle.
Questions about CRSP?
Questions about CRSP?
Ayat Agha
Undergraduate Research Coordinator
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