General Information

These awards were renamed in 2020, in honour of Dr. Natalia Krasnopolskaia.

Requirements:

• Intended for full-time students in the University of Toronto Faculty of Arts & Science, who are enrolled (or are planning to enrol) in a Physics Major, Specialist, or Joint-Specialist program.
• First year applicants must complete PHY152H before the summer.
• Students in second, third, and fourth year must be enrolled in a Physics Program.
• Preference will be given to those enrolled in the Physics Specialist or joint Specialist programs.
• No prior research experience is required.

How to Apply: NEW!

• To apply for the SURF program, you must upload 1 pdf document containing BOTH your Statement of Interest and Resume using the enrolment form below.
  • The link to the enrolment form will be active in the Winter term during the application period (January 5-March 3, 2026).
  • In your Statement of Interest, please tell us about yourself, including why you want to take part in the SURF program and why you would make a good candidate.
  • Your Resume should include academic info, relevant experience, skills, etc.
  • Please ensure your pdf file is named as follows: LASTNAME_Firstname.

Available Positions:  There are six (6) positions available.

Fellowship Value: $3,750

Project Duration: Work will be Full-Time for a six-week period in May - June or July-August

Deadline:  March 3, 2026

Successful Applicants: Applicants will be notified in April of the outcome.

Questions should be directed to the Physics Undergraduate Coordinator: physics.ugprogram@utoronto.ca.

Previous years winners can be viewed further down the page.