Undergraduate Research at the University of Oregon
Participation in research is a vital part of the undergraduate experience at the University of Oregon. Students from across the academic disciplines can be found investigating, discovering, creating, and innovating. Research experiences allow students to explore and clarify their academic and professional goals while developing critical thinking and important workforce skills.
Research Programs and Grants
Undergraduate research programs provide funding to support student involvement in research. At the University of Oregon, there are two types of funding opportunities: Fellowships and Grants. Fellowship programs provide direct support to students in the form of a scholarship/fellowship stipend. Grant programs provide support to offset the cost of supplies, materials, equipment, travel, and other research-related expenses. For more information about programs contact urop@uoregon.edu.
Eligible majors: All majors
Deadline: February 2
Up to $1,000 in research support. Awards can be used for any research expense.
Eligible majors: All majors in natural sciences.
Deadline: November 26
$16,000 fellowship award for 12 months of research.
Eligible majors: All majors.
Deadline: November 29
$2,500 fellowship award for 16 weeks of research during the winter and spring terms.
Eligible majors: All majors conducting research in a STEM field that meet the eligibility criteria.
Deadline: Closed
$15,000 fellowship award for 12 months of research.
Eligible majors: All majors.
Deadline: Closed
$5,000 fellowship award for 10 weeks of research during the summer.
Eligible majors: All majors conducting research in biological sciences.
Deadline: Closed
$5,000 fellowship award to undergraduate-graduate student pairs for 10 weeks of research during the summer.
Eligible majors: All majors conducting research in a physical chemistry lab.
Deadline: Closed
$3,000 fellowship award for 10 weeks of research during the summer.
Eligible majors: Chemistry, Biochemistry, Physics, Earth Sciences, and Computer Science majors.
Deadline: Closed
$5,000 fellowship award for a full academic year of research.
Eligible majors: All majors. Must be in their first year at the UO, including transfer students.
Deadline: Closed
$5,000 fellowship award for minimum of 8 weeks of research during the summer.
Eligible majors: All majors.
Deadline: Rolling
Up to $500 for research-related expenses.
Eligible majors: All majors with a minimum 3.0 GPA.
Deadline: Closed
$5,000 fellowship award for minimum of 8 weeks of research during the summer.
Eligible majors: All majors.
Deadline: Visit website
Up to $500
Eligible majors: All majors.
Deadline: November 25
$12,000 fellowship award for 12 month program.
Eligible majors: All CAS majors.
Deadline: Varied
Various scholarship and fellowship opportunities that support participation in undergraduate research, scholarship, and experiential learning.
Opportunities to Share Your Research
The Oregon Undergraduate Research Journal (OURJ) is an open-access, multidisciplinary student journal at the University of Oregon. Since 2010, OURJ’s biannual issues have showcased some of the best academic work by UO undergraduate students across all disciplines.
The Undergraduate Research Symposium celebrates the outstanding achievements of our undergraduate students in research and creative endeavors spanning the humanities, sciences, arts, and social sciences.
About Us
The Undergraduate Research Opportunity Program (UROP) supports undergraduate research and creative scholarship at the University of Oregon. UROP and its partners provide direct support to undergraduate students through fellowship programs and provide advising, support, and coaching to students seeking to get involved in research. Learn more about UROP.
Council on Undergraduate Research
The University of Oregon is an institutional member of the Council on Undergraduate Research.
The Council on Undergraduate Research (CUR), founded in 1978, is a national organization of individual and institutional members representing over 900 colleges and universities. CUR believes that faculty members enhance their teaching and contribution to society by remaining active in research and by involving undergraduates in research, and students succeed in their studies and professional advancement through participation in undergraduate research.
Contact Us
Undergraduate Research Opportunity Program
urop@uoregon.edu
541-346-8520