University Scholars Program 2015-2016- DEADLINE FEBRUARY 11, 2015

University Scholars Program 2015-2016

Program Synopsis

The University Scholars Program introduces undergraduate students at the University of Florida to the exciting world of academic research. In the program, students work one-on-one with UF faculty on selected research projects. Through this initiative, students will take away an understanding of and appreciation for the scholarly method. A competition is held each spring within participating colleges for the University Scholars awards of a $1750 stipend. The program will consist of undertaking a full research project during the fall and spring semesters of the academic year, under the guidance of a faculty member. The University Scholars Program serves as an exceptional capstone to the academic careers of UF students.

Eligibility

Under College of Engineering guidelines, all undergraduate engineering students (1EG-5EG) with a minimum 3.0 cumulative UF GPA are eligible to participate in the University Scholars Program. Students must meet eligibility requirements at the time of application. Note that in order to be eligible, you must not earn your bachelor’s degree before Spring 2016. Awards will be made available to qualified students in all of the college’s departments.

Requirements to Participate

For the 2015-2016 University Scholars Program, students will conduct research during the 2015-2016 academic year. Upon completion of the project, students must write a properly formatted research paper which must be submitted to the UF Journal of Undergraduate Research (JUR) or other scholarly journal for publication. If selected, students must attend an orientation session at the Undergraduate Research Symposium on Tuesday, March 17, 2015.
Upon completion of the program, students are also required to give an oral presentation on their research at the University Scholars Symposium. (Date to be scheduled in 2016).

Applications

Applications for the University Scholars Program must be submitted through our online application no later than February 11, 2015. In addition to your applicant and faculty advisor information, the following documents must be submitted through your online application:

1. A 1-page typed summary of your proposed research project
2. Letter of Support from a Faculty Mentor
3. Resume

Steps to Apply

1. Seek out and identify a faculty member that is conducting research in an area of interest that would be willing to mentor you during the fall and spring semesters.
2. Prepare a 1-page summary of your proposed research project with the assistance of the faculty member.
3. Obtain a letter of support from the faculty member, stating that the mentor agrees to supervise the project and any other supporting information to assist the mentor’s department in choosing its funded projects.
4. Prepare your most recent resume.
5. Submit your University Scholars Program Online Application by the deadline.

Selection Process & Awards

Application Packets will be reviewed & ranked by your department and then submitted to the college for final review and selection by February 16, 2015.  The College will notify students, faculty mentors and departments of the awards by February 25, 2015. Each scholar will receive a $1750 stipend disbursed in two phases: Early Sept. ($750) and Spring ($1000).

Once you are selected

All students engaged in undergraduate research must be registered for 0-3 credit hours of EGN 4912. For more instructions on enrolling for EGN 4912, please contact your department advisors or the Undergraduate Research Coordinator at 204 Weil Hall or email ugresearch@eng.ufl.edu.

Questions?

If you’d like more information about the University Scholars Program, visit the Center for Undergraduate Research at http://www.scholars.ufl.edu, or visit the Frequently Asked Questions Page at FAQ’s.
For more information on the College of Engineering specific requirements, please contact the Undergraduate Research Coordinator at pneo@eng.ufl.edu or visit our office in 204 Weil Hall.