Undergraduate Research

The Office for Undergraduate Research is dedicated to enriching the undergraduate experience through hands-on research opportunities. Through collaboration with experienced faculty mentors, we help students build critical skills, deepen their academic knowledge, and prepare for future success.

Office for Undergraduate Research

Get involved

Research is happening across campus in a variety of departments and programs — from literature and dance to engineering and microbiology. Where will your curiosity lead?

Research Ambassadors

OUR Research Ambassadors help connect undergraduate students to research opportunities on and off campus.

Emerging Scholars Program

The Emerging Scholars Program offers first- and second-year students an opportunity to engage in research with UA’s award-winning faculty.

Research Apprenticeship Program

The Research Apprenticeship Program connects experienced student researchers with undergraduate research experiences during their first semester at UA.

Randall Research Scholars Program

RRSP is a nationally recognized undergraduate research program that pairs exceptional students with leading research professors and cutting-edge computing technology.

Research Experience for Undergraduates

The NSF Research Experiences for Undergraduates program supports intensive research by undergraduate students in any area of research funded by NSF.

Conferences & Publications

OUR encourages all undergraduate students to find opportunities to present and publish their research, at UA and beyond.

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Present your work

The 2025 Undergraduate Research & Creative Activity Conference will be held on April 1–2, 2025, in the Bryant Conference Center. Students from all disciplines may apply to present their research and creative work at the conference.

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