The SOAR program provides summer funding for UC Merced undergraduates to advance research projects conducted with UC Merced faculty mentors.
SOAR enables students to advance an ongoing research project or pursue a directly related project that builds on research conducted before Summer 2027. Prior research may have taken place during an academic semester or a previous summer. Students from all majors may apply. Students considering graduate study are especially encouraged to apply.
Eligibility
Applicants must:
- Remain enrolled in a UC Merced undergraduate degree program through December 2027.
- Be in good academic standing with a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0.
- Have a confirmed UC Merced faculty mentor and research project before applying. Applicants must meet one of the following conditions:
- Be currently working on the proposed research project.
- Have previously worked on the proposed research project or a directly related project.
- Have confirmed plans to begin the proposed research project by the start of the Spring 2027 semester.
- Submit a Research Plan and Faculty Mentor Confirmation Form.
- Commit to continuing the same project, or a directly related project, during Summer 2027.
Application: https://uroc.ucmerced.edu/uroc-opportunities
Want to learn more?
Interested in learning more about the program that’s right for you? Email UROC at uroc@ucmerced.edu or schedule an appointment with the Outreach Advisor:
Horacio Aguilar: Schedule an Appointment
