Research Grants Descriptions and Deadlines

Undergraduate Advising and Research sponsors several types of grants designed to support rigorous, independent undergraduate research in all disciplines. The grants vary in their duration and budget, but they adhere to the same eligibility requirements, application procedures and other administrative policies.

Students must ensure that all materials pertaining to any grant application are submitted to the UAR office by 11:59 p.m. on the relevant deadline date. UAR only considers late applications if funding is available.

Quarterly Grants

  • Quarterly grants provide for smaller independent student projects (including preliminary or exploratory research) and follow-up expenses associated with larger projects. 
  • Applications are due October 8, 2007; January 22, 2008, & April 21, 2008. 
  • Budget limit is $1500.
  • How to Apply

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Major Grants

  • Grants for majors support substantial, in-depth projects that normally span several quarters.  Priority is given to projects that culminate in an honors thesis or other capstone product that demonstrates a focused, intellectually rigorous perspective on the topic.
  • Applications are due March 3, 2008.
  • Budget limit is $5200; budget may include a stipend.
  • How to Apply

Chappell Lougee Scholarships

  • Chappell Lougee Scholarships are designed for sophomores pursuing in-depth projects in the humanities, arts and social sciences. Recipients become members of a research and mentoring community. This includes special events, preparing for a capstone project or honors, fellowships and graduate school advising. 
  • Applications are due December 4, 2007.
  • Budget limit is $5200; budget may include a stipend.
  • How to Apply

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Conference Grants

  • Conference grants support students who are invited to lead the presentation of their independent work at a professional or scholarly conference. Travel to student-run conferences, conferences primarily for students, or to attend conferences (but not give presentations) is not funded.
  • The grant funds travel expenses to and from the conference, as well as normal conference registration. Students demonstrating financial need may also include conference-associated food and lodging in their budget. 
  • Applications are due October 8, 2007; January 22, 2008, & April 21, 2008.
  • Budget limit is $1500.
  • How to Apply

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