UROC Research Programs
The Undergraduate Research Opportunities Center sponsors several research programs. Each program is aimed to help guide the student towards their academic/career goal by providing research training and leadership development opportunities. To find out more information, check out the links below!
APPLICATION CLOSED: UROC-H Applications for Summer 2019 Open Sept. 14 - Oct. 30, 2018
Undergraduate Research in the Humanities (UROC-H)
The goal of the UROC-H program is to engage a cohort of 15-20 promising undergraduate students each year in faculty-mentored research and prepare them for advanced education in the humanities and humanistic social sciences.
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APPLICATION CLOSED: SURF Applications for Summer 2019 Open February 1 - March 15, 2019
Summer Undergraduate Research Fellowship (SURF)
The Summer Undergraduate Research Fellowship (SURF) program is our newest research program offered to all undergraduate students in any discipline. This 9-week summer fellowship offers undergraduates the opportunity to work alongside faculty and graduate student mentors and provides graduate school preparation.
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APPLICATION CLOSED: SOAR Applications for Summer 2019 Open February 1 - March 15, 2019
Summer Opportunity for Advanced Research (SOAR)
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APPLICATION CLOSED: UC LEADS Applications for Summer 2019 Open February 1 - March 15, 2019
University of California's Leadership Excellence Through Advanced Degrees (UC LEADS)
The UC LEADS Scholars Program is a two-year research and leadership training program designed to prepare UC Merced students for advanced education in STEM and careers in research, academia, government and public service
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APPLICATION CLOSED: CAMP Applications for Summer 2019 Open February 1 - March 15, 2019
California Alliance for Minority Participation (CAMP)
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APPLICATION OPEN: KURE Applications for Summer 2019 Open until Feb. 15, 2019
Kidney Undergraduate Research Experience (KURE)
KURE is an 8-week, paid summer program at the University of Alabama, Birmingham (UAB) that offers exciting hands-on research experience for students with a desire to pursue careers in the biomedical sciences.
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APPLICATION CLOSED: JGI Applications for Summer 2019 Open Oct. 1 - Oct. 30, 2018
Joint Genome Institute (JGI)
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More UC Merced Research Programs
UC Merced offers a wealth of research opportunities for undergraduate students interested in gaining practical experience. These opportunities vary across academic disciplines and include creative opportunities such as community-engaged scholarship and applied learning. To find out more information, check out the links below!
- Center for Cellular and Biomolecular Machines (CCBM)
- Merced Nanomaterials Center for Energy and Sensing (MACEs)
Resources for UC Merced Students
- STEM Resource Center
- Graduate Division
- Office of Research
- Center for Career & Professional Advancement
- Financial Aid & Scholarships
How Do I Get Involved?
There are different ways to get into research:
- Networking with your peers
- Talking to professors and graduate students
- Identifying and applying to research programs at UC Merced
- Identifying and applying to research programs across the country
The most important thing to have is to stay motivated. Some students are able to network with professors and can ask for a position, whereas others may need to overcome obstacles and stay persistent to reach their goal.
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Click the links above to search for research opportunities.