Funding for Students

Explore funding opportunities for undergraduate research and creative activities. ²ÝÁñÊÓƵ for URCA grants, join the Summer Undergraduate Research Program, or become a Peer Ambassador. Travel grants are available for the National Conference on Undergraduate Research (NCUR). The First-Year and Sophomore Scholars Programs offer research stipends. Join the Undergraduate Research Club and explore various funding sources.

Check our guidelines page for more information!

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First-Year Scholars Program

First-year students can get a small stipend for working with a faculty member on research.

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Sophomore Scholars Program

The Sophomore Scholars Program is an extension of the First-Year Scholars Program.

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Summer Undergraduate Research Program (SURP)

Students in all disciplines are encouraged to apply for this paid summer undergraduate research opportunity.

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Undergraduate Research & Creative Activities - (URCA) Grant

Undergraduate researchers are eligible to apply for funding to support their research (for example, supplies, travel support for conference presentations, publication costs)

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National Conference on Undergraduate Research (NCUR) Travel Grant

The Office of Undergraduate Research provides a funding pre-approval opportunity to students who wish to apply to present their research at the National Conference on Undergraduate Research (NCUR)

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Undergraduate Research Club

The Undergraduate Research Club applies for funding through SABAC to support research teams' conference travel.

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Peer Ambassador Program

Check out our paid opportunity to mentor first-year undergraduate researchers!

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Guidelines for Office of Undergraduate Research Funding

Have you received Office of Undergraduate Research funding? Check out our  guidelines page for more information.

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Other ²ÝÁñÊÓƵ Funding for Undergraduate Research

²ÝÁñÊÓƵ departments and colleges may have funding opportunities for undergraduate researchers.

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National Funding for Undergraduate Research

There are many national sources of undergraduate research funding.

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