Research Opportunities - WiSE – Syracuse University

The following is a list of undergraduate research opportunities/funding with links to more information (please always check details and deadlines with funders as offerings can change). If you know of a program not included here, please contact us. We would like to grow this list!

Syracuse University:

The SOURCE – Syracuse Office of Undergraduate Research and Creative Engagement
T 315.443.2091, E ugresearch@syr.edu

Program offers summer research grants of up to $3000 and academic year grants of up to $5000 for undergraduate research expenses including supplies, materials, travel, and/or participant compensation. Summer funding may be used for living expenses. Intent to apply (required) for summer 2022 grants is usually due in February, and applications are usually due in March.
Small grants of up to $1000 are available on an ongoing rolling basis.
View more info on SOURCE funding opportunities.

LSAMP – Louis Stokes Alliance for Minority Participation
T 315.443.5274, E lsamp@syr.edu

Program supports underrepresented minority students in STEM.
Program serves approximately 80 students annually through research experiences, academic seminars, advising, and participation in professional conferences.
Offers summer research stipend of $3500 (and $150 stipend for travel, and free room and board on campus – as COVID-19 policies allow). Application deadline TBD – typically in February/March.
Academic year research opportunities also available.

Summer Research in the Department of Psychology
T 315.443.0184, E psychology@syr.edu

The Summer Training in Alcohol and Health Research-Undergraduate (STAHR-U) offers undergraduate students with a strong interest in alcohol, substance, and other health related research an 8 week research opportunity.
The Summer Program Advancing Research Careers (SPARC) is open to Syracuse psychology majors and neuroscience ILM interested in pursuing graduate studies in a psychology discipline. In addition to a research stipend, participants also receive room and board for the duration of the program.
Application deadline is usually in April.

Renée Crown University Honors Program
T 315.443.2759, E honors@syr.edu

Program offers Honors Thesis Funding, up to $5000 per project. This includes funds for research materials, supplies, and/or expenses. Intent to apply (required) for summer grants is due by February, and applications are due in March.
Program also offers Honors Development Grants, providing one-time funding of up to $1000 to Honors students in good standing, to defray the costs of participating in academic conferences, professional development activities, and study abroad programs. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis.
Explore research currently underway at Syracuse University – search their database of Research Centers and Labs.
View more info on Honors Program funding opportunities.

Ronald E. McNair Scholars Program
T 315.443.5936, E coseibo@syr.edu

Program prepares undergraduate students for graduate/doctoral studies with research, academic services, and scholarly activities.
Stipend of up to $1800 for research.
Eligibility: First-generation college students who meet federal income guidelines (based on taxable income), and/or members of a population (African-American/Black, Hispanic/Latino, Native American) that is generally underrepresented or underrepresented in the field of interest.
Application deadline TBD – typically in February/March.

Other:

National Science Foundation (NSF) – Research Experiences for Undergraduates (REU) (offsite)
T 703.292.4625, E reu.coord@nsf.gov

Program funds a large number of research opportunities for undergraduate students through its REU Sites program. Deadlines to apply are typically January to March.
Search their REU database for opportunities.

Please also remember to check with your advisor, department, and student organizations for information about research opportunities!

Last updated: June 24, 2024