Undergraduate Research

The College of Arts and Sciences is the hub for undergraduate research at the University of Miami. Through a unique combination of mentorship, exploration and rigorous scholarship, undergraduates in the College are encouraged to push the limits of their knowledge beyond the classroom, test hypotheses, and create new ideas.

Inquiry-based learning through research pushes undergraduates toward deeper understanding and discovery, preparing them for careers across disciplines and professions. Whether in the sciences, mathematics, technology, social sciences, humanities or the arts, the College of Arts and Sciences is committed to the idea that undergraduate research elevates learning — for individual students, their universities, and ultimately, our entire society.

Getting Started

Undergraduate research experiences come in many forms, from part-time volunteer work with a faculty mentor to a paid research trip abroad. Here are some ways to get started:

A&S Research Opportunities

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  • “Beyond the Book” Scholarships for Research-Based Learning

    The College of Arts and Sciences is pleased to fund research activities for A & S undergraduate students (freshman, sophomores and juniors) to pursue special intensive learning beyond the traditional classroom experience. Such opportunities may include, but are not limited to summer lab research, fieldwork, internships, and archival research. Projects involving surveys and/or interviews require approval from the University’s Institutional Research Board. Descriptions of some funded activities may be found below. Recipients receive a stipend of $4,000.

Find a Research Mentor

The Office of Research and Community Outreach is committed to connecting undergraduates interested in research with research mentors across the University. Consult the research guide for students and apply online to be matched with a faculty mentor in your field of interest.

More Resources for Undergraduates

The Office of Research and Community Outreach maintains a full list of on- and off-campus resources for undergraduate research. There are also a number of research grants available for minority students interested in careers in medicine or the biological sciences, including programs funded by the NIH and NSF. And if you’re looking for inspiration, make sure to attend UM’s annual Undergraduate Research, Creativity, and Innovation Forum every April.

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