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GRAPHIC: Office of Undergraduate Research. IMAGE: Faculty chatting with student at Research Symposium.

The Office of Undergraduate Research (OUR) is launching a new system through InfoReady for all OUR program applications, recommendations, and reviews. To help with the transition, we've shared instructive videos for students, faculty mentors, and UROP coordinators. 

Upcoming Deadlines

  • Spring Undergraduate Research Symposium registration opens February 23, 2026 and closes March 30, 2026
  • The deadline for the Researcher-Initiated Student Employment (RISE) program applications is March 6, 2026
  • Undergraduate Research Opportunities Program (UROP) applications for summer and fall 2026 projects are due March 16, 2026
     

Upcoming Events

  • Register for "UROP & Pizza the Library: UROP Proposal Workshop" for support with your UROP proposal on March 10, 2026 in Walter Library Room 204D from 3:30PM - 4:30PM

OUR Programs

  • Undergraduate Research Opportunities Program
  • Pathways to Graduate School: Summer Research Program
  • International UROP
  • Grant-in-Aid of Research, Artistry, & Scholarship
  • Researcher-Initiated Student Employment

Other Opportunities

  • Directed Research/Study
  • Summer Research Programs

 

Not sure where to start?

Make an appointment with OUR staff or go to peer drop-in hours to demystify the research process. They can help you figure out how to get started with research, go over the next steps, and answer general questions.

Make an Appointment Peer Drop In Hours

Stay in the Loop

Sign up for the Undergrad Researcher Connection newsletter for updates, deadlines, and research opportunities.

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Find a Mentor

See our tips for finding a faculty member whose research is a match with your interests and abilities. 

See Tips & Resources

For Faculty Mentors

Find tips and guidelines for mentoring undergraduate students and get access to faculty forms.

Mentor Information

Let's Chat!

Have questions about getting involved in research? Want to discuss the programs in more detail? 

Peer Drop-In Hours  Schedule an Appointment

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  • About
    • About Undergraduate Research
    • Benefits of Research
    • Staff
    • Peer Drop-In Hours
    • Undergrad Research Connection Newsletter
    • For UROP Coordinators
    • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Statement
  • Research Opportunities
    • Researcher-Initiated Student Employment (RISE)
      • Rise Awardees
    • Undergraduate Research Opportunities Program (UROP)
    • International UROP
    • Summer Research Programs
    • Directed Research/Directed Study
    • GIA UROP
  • Find a Mentor
  • Presentation Opportunities
    • Overview
    • Fall Symposium
    • Spring Symposium
  • For Mentors
    • For Mentors
    • Mentoring Tips & Guidelines
    • Faculty Mentor Forms
  • FAQs
  • Contact Us