Did you know that UConn has several funding programs for Undergraduate research?

Each program is summarized below, with the Fall 2017 application deadlines and links to program webpages.

SHARE Awards: October 23, 2017 deadline

The Social Sciences, Humanities, and Arts Research Experience (SHARE) Awards are a research apprenticeship program that pairs undergraduate research assistants with faculty mentors so students can develop research skills while contributing to a research project in the spring semester. Student-faculty teams apply jointly for $2,000 awards, which comprise a $1,500 student stipend and a $500 faculty mentor stipend. This is an opportunity to involve a beginning researcher in one of your active projects or to pursue a project you develop together.

UConn Co-op Legacy Fellowship Program: November 6, 2017 deadline

This new award program provides undergraduates the opportunity to pursue summer research projects and creative endeavors that represent the legacy of the UConn Co-op’s commitment to public engagement, innovation, and social impact. Selected students will enroll in a one-credit UNIV course in spring 2018 to develop their projects and enhance their leadership skills. Fellows will receive up to $5000 to support summer project expenses.

UConn IDEA Grant Program: December 18, 2017 deadline for summer funding

This award program provide funding and support for student-designed projects, including artistic and creative endeavors, research projects, prototyping and entrepreneurial ventures, and service initiatives. There are two application cycles per year, with deadlines in the fall and in the spring.  Students can apply individually or as part of a small group working collaboratively on a project. Grants of up to $4000 per student are available.

These opportunities are open to all students, Honors or non-Honors.

For more information, contact: Melissa Berkey at (860) 486-5189