Undergraduate Research Associate Program (URAP)Application Information

Who should apply?

Applications are by invitation only for select high achieving undergraduate students who have completed their freshman year. Eligibility is based on academic excellence demonstrated by a high GPA. If eligible, you will receive an invitation to apply for spring 2023.

Students seeking research assignments in this program should have a passion for research, a strong academic record and be willing to commit 5 to7 hours a week for an entire semester. Other desirable attributes include previous research experience broadly defined, strong quantitative/ statistical skills, programming skills, and writing skills.

How to Apply?

To apply, please click on and complete the application form in your invitation email. Selection to the program is competitive and admission to the program is not guaranteed. Although opportunities could vary from year to year, we anticipate admitting between 10 to15 students each year into the program, typically in the spring semester. There is presently no compensation for participating in the program.