Medical Student Anesthesia Research Fellowship (MSARF) Summer Program

This page provides information on the Medical Student Anesthesia Research Fellowship (MSARF) Summer Program. For more information on the Advanced Medical Student Research Fellowship (AMSRF) Program, visit the dedicated page here.

2027 MSARF Summer Program Information (PDF)

Application Deadlines

Host applications for the 2027 MSARF Program will open September 15, 2026, and close October 31, 2026.

Student applications for the 2027 MSARF Program will open December 15, 2026, and close January 31, 2027.

Apply For the MSARF Program

Host Departments

Host site applications for the 2027 MSARF Program open September 15, 2026. See below for applicable documentation.

2027 MSARF Host FAQ (PDF)

Students

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The Medical Student Anesthesia Research Fellowship (MSARF) Summer Program provides challenging and rewarding experiences in anesthesia research.

Medical students who participate in the summer anesthesia research fellowship can expect:

Eight weeks of focused research related to anesthesiology
A dedicated mentor who will provide training in research techniques and scientific methods
Valuable virtual content including journal clubs and online presentations throughout the summer
The opportunity to make a scientific poster or oral presentation during the FAER MSARF Symposium held at the at the ASA's ANESTHESIOLOGY^® annual meeting
A $600 per week student stipend, ASA student membership dues, plus additional funds to help cover the costs of travel to the ANESTHESIOLOGY^® annual meeting

For more information, download the complete 2026 MSARF Summer Program Information document that covers eligibility requirements, application instructions, information on the stipend and funding, and student and host department responsibilities.

2027 MSARF Student FAQ (PDF)