Undergraduate Research Fellowship
This program is a paid experience that will provide undergraduate students with opportunities to conduct real-world research for practical application under the supervision of a faculty mentor. Through the fellowship, students will gain the skills necessary to successfully navigate the rigors of graduate studies through immersion in research and various scholarly activities.
Student Applications Open: October 21, 2024
Student Application Deadline:
November 22, 2024
Orientation - January 2025 (Date TBA)
To be eligible for the Undergraduate Research Fellowship, the student must:
- have at least 60 credit hours on their transcript
- have a cumulative 3.0 GPA
- have taken at least one (1) computer programming course
- have previously taken at least one (1) research methods course, enrolled in CURE course in Spring 2025, or received training in conducting research
- have the desire to conduct research in respective field/major
- have interest in pursuing graduate studies
- NOT graduate before Summer 2025
Students are strongly encouraged to identify a research project and faculty mentor to work with prior to applying. However, those meeting the eligibility criteria above can still apply without an identified faculty mentor but will be matched to available projects.
Application Process
Students will submit their applications via the website. The application includes essay questions and a faculty reference check.
Students may also review faculty research projects listed on the website and indicate their preference on the application form. The matching of students to projects based on interest will be considered but is not guaranteed.
