CRL Undergraduate Research Programs
Some CRL programs require the student to have a mentor. Here are some tips on how to obtain one: Finding_A_Faculty_Mentor.docx.
Students should be aware that they are responsible for determining how their scholarships will affect their financial aid package and possibly decrease any scholarship or other financial-aid funding they may receive during the academic year. If money is owed toward tuition, semester fees, fines for parking or library late fees, the bursar’s office may apply the student’s scholarship toward their account balance.
Applications are open to currently enrolled IUPUI degree-seeking undergraduates in any discipline who have no or very limited prior experience in research, and have a cumulative GPA of 2.8 or better. Five RISE to the IUPUI challenge undergraduate research scholarships in the amount of $1,500 are awarded in the spring of each year.
Applications are open to currently enrolled IUPUI degree-seeking rising/incoming juniors meeting diversity criteria who have a cumulative GPA of 2.5 or better and previous research experience with an IUPUI faculty mentor.
Students will engage in research during their junior year and the following summer. DSIRE will offer a scholarship total of $7,000 with two disbursements, one at the completion of the spring semester and the second one after the completion of the summer semester.
The Diversity Scholars Research Program (DSRP) is a performance based scholarship directed toward academically talented first-time or incoming transfer students. Scholars from racial and ethnic populations who have been historically underrepresented in institutions of higher education and whose presence will enhance the learning environment through increased diversity at IUPUI are encouraged to apply.
Eligibility Requirements- Majoring in any subject
- Enrolled full-time at IUPUI
- U.S. citizen or permanent resident
- Priority will be given to Indiana residents
The Diversity Summer Undergraduate Research Opportunity Program (DS-UROP) is meant for IUPUI students from underserved and underrepresented populations who want to engage in faculty-mentored research over the summer.
To address the need to promote a diverse and inclusive campus, the program includes but is not limited to students from underrepresented racial and ethnic groups, individuals with disabilities, military veterans, students underrepresented in their discipline, LGBTQ+ students, as well as first-generation students with financial need.
Prior to submitting an application, the student is expected to identify a mentor and draft a project proposal. Students who need assistance in finding a mentor should notify CRL well before the application deadline.
Eligibility Requirements
- Undergraduate student majoring in any subject
- Representing an under-served or underrepresented population
- Enrolled full-time at IUPUI
- Pursuing their first undergraduate degree at IUPUI
IUPUI students typically identify a mentor who will have them work on a current or new research project. Projects should be such that they will last over a period of several months up to two semesters. The mentor will receive $300 for research supplies or equipment. Note, this program does not provide student stipends.
Student Eligibility Requirements- Undergraduate student
- Enrolled full-time at IUPUI
- Pursuing their first undergraduate degree at IUPUI
- Not currently enrolled in any CRL program (DSRP, MURI, UROP)
The Multidisciplinary Undergraduate Research Institute (MURI) both in the academic year and the summer, creates and supports multidisciplinary research teams consisting of undergraduate and graduate students, postdoctoral fellows, senior staff
Students who want to join MURI project teams will need to review the posted projects and if interested contact mentors directly by the posted deadline.
- Undergraduate student
- Enrolled full-time at IUPUI
- Pursuing their first undergraduate degree at IUPUI
Preference will be given to students who have not received any CRL stipend in the past.
The Undergraduate Research Opportunites Program (UROP) grants are available for the academic year or the summer to support independent, faculty-mentored research. Students may apply either for a stipend or for funds for research materials.
IUPUI students typically identify a mentor and work with their mentor to write a proposal for a substantive research project to be completed during the academic year (fall and spring semester) or the summer (8-9 weeks).
- Undergraduate student
- Enrolled full-time at IUPUI
- Pursuing their first undergraduate degree at IUPUI
Preference will be given to students who have not received any CRL stipend in the past.