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Undergraduate Research

Funding for Undergraduate Research

The University of South Carolina champions students’ involvement in faculty-mentored research and creative or scholarly pursuits through competitive grants funding.  There are funding opportunities for students at any stage of the research experience from the Office of Undergraduate Research and other organizations on campus. 

Grants Open to Students of All Campuses and Majors

a table summarizing grants offered by the OUR,   The Journey Grant for Early Researchers is designed for students new to the undergraduate research experience.  Grants supporting student researchers working with a faculty mentor include the Campus Partner Grant, the TRIO Engagement Grant, and the Mini Grant.  The Magellan Scholars grant is awarded to experienced students working with a faculty mentor.  The Conference Presentation grant is designed to support travel for a student to present their research at a regional or national convention.
The OUR offers funding opportunities for students at any stage of the research experience. 

 

Grants Open to Students in Specific Communities

 


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