LIST OF UNDERGRADUATE and graduate RESEARCH AWARDS:
Undergraduate and Graduate Student Research Awards (U/GSRA)
The College of the Sciences and Mathematics has established undergraduate and graduate
student research awards to support and encourage student research and professional
activities, including travel to professional conferences, under the guidance of sponsoring
faculty members. The maximum award is typically $500 per student. The awards are typically
available each fall and spring semester.
Summer Undergraduate Research Institute (SURI)
The WCU Summer Undergraduate Research Institute (SURI) was created to increase the
interest in and opportunities for undergraduate research and creative activity in
all disciplines. Students work collaboratively with a faculty mentor through a five-week
program in the first summer session, conducting research and creative activities which
will help prepare students for graduate-level studies and/or careers. SURI participants
will spend 37.5 hours a week on their project and receive a stipend to support their
work. Students will also participate in weekly research-focused events and activities,
to foster collaboration and networking. Contact a faculty member today to discuss
your interest in research and apply for our next SURI cohort!
Student Undergraduate Research Foundations (SURF)
West Chester University invites applications for our 2025 Spring West Chester Student
Undergraduate Research Foundations (previously WCU Undergraduate Creative Activity
and Research Experience WCU-CARES). The purpose of WCU-SURF is to:
· Increase the interest in and opportunities for undergraduate research or creative activity in all disciplines.
· Promote scholarly collaboration between students and faculty.
· Promote critical thinking and prepare students for careers and graduate studies.
S-STEM Research Award
Scholars will receive a $4,000 stipend to participate in an 8-week research or internship
program in their second and third years in the program. Summer research performed
at WCU will include room and board.
Eligible applicants must have a minimum overall high school GPA of 3.20 and obtain Pell Grant Eligibility based on FAFSA. Students are expected to participate in ~75% of the co-curricular program activities aimed at providing support to the scholars and gaining knowledge on effective teaching and support strategies for future S-STEM students. In addition, students must express an interest in Nanoscience and a desire to major in one of the following programs:
· Physics and Engineering
· Chemistry
· Mathematics
· Biology
· Earth and Space Sciences
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