Undergraduate Research

What?

• Undergraduate research is a way to get research experience before leaving college.
  
  
• As a student you will work closely with a faculty advisor on a shared research project.
  
  
• The research options are almost limitless and the experience is invaluable.

Why?

• Did you know that graduate and professional programs consider more than just GPA when considering admission?
  
  
• To be competitive you need to have experience in a research setting.
  
  
• Undergraduate research gives you this opportunity and allows you to present your research at local and possibly national scientific meetings.

Who?

• Anyone can apply to be a part of a undergraduate research program but ideally a prospective researcher will be beginning their junior year, is planning on advancing in the sciences after graduation, and have at least a B average in their science courses.
  
  
• The final decision will be made by the research mentor you choose to work with.

How?

• Fill out the application form and research the potential mentors in your department.
  
  
• If you find something that interests you contact that person directly, if you still aren't sure or have questions contact your Departmental Undergraduate Research Representative or Sciences Advising Center .
  
  
• Once you and your research mentor have agreed on a project, your advisor or mentor will register you for the course.

When?

You must register for Undergraduate Research ~ so start asking questions now.