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Are you preparing to attend graduate school? The OUR is here to support you with applying for awards and fellowships. While you don’t need these awards to attend graduate school, they can open the door to more opportunities.
SPRING '24 Undergraduate Student Research Award
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Application Submission Deadline: Monday, April 1, 2024 (funds exhausted as of 3/13/24)This award is open to eligible CSUDH undergraduate students across all disciplines and backgrounds (including scholarly and creative activities). It supports up to $600 for STUDENT RESEARCH-RELATED EXPENSES to defray the cost associated with your research projects. These funds will allow you to purchase research-related expenses such as research books, supplies/materials, poster printing, small equipment, travel to field sites/labs, and more. It also supports PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT to defray the cost of conference registration fees and travel expenses in support of dissemination of research findings, cutting-edge research experience, and exploration of various graduate program opportunities and funding across the nation. Engage with other research scholars outside of your usual environment and establish significant contacts through networking. Presenters and Non-presenters are eligible!
Applications are to be uploaded to OUR Dropbox Submission Folder and will be reviewed on a first come-first served basis until funds are exhausted. Don't wait until the deadline, APPLY TODAY! Review the application and guidelines attached for details. For additional information or questions, contact the Office of Undergraduate Research, at OUR@csudh.edu | (310) 243-3392.
Undergraduate GRE Prep Award
Application Deadline: Thursday, February 29, 2024 → APPLY HERE! [closed]
Importance of GRE Prep: The Graduate Record Examination (GRE) can significantly influence your acceptance into your desired graduate program. While some programs no longer require the GRE, it's crucial to remember that this isn't the case for all programs. We strongly advise against selecting a graduate program solely because it doesn't demand the GRE. Instead, choose a program that aligns with your academic interests and educational plan. If that means taking the GRE, then embrace the challenge and don't limit your potential.
- Accessibility: Study at your own pace with self-study prep or on-demand classes.
- Effective: Magoosh Prep for the GRE® Test is the only US test prep company that includes official GRE® materials
- Convenience: Accessible anytime, anywhere using mobile apps or desktops.
- Support: Email assistance is readily available to assist you on your GRE journey.
OUR SCCUR Conference Award
The 2023 Southern California Conference for Undergraduate Research (SCCUR) will be hosted in-person by California State University, Fullerton on Saturday, November 18th and the Office of Undergraduate Research is offering conference awards that will cover the registration fee, transportation, and poster printing for CSUDH student attendees/presenters (until funds are exhausted). To apply for funding, complete the OUR SCCUR Award Application Form by or before Tuesday, October 10th (no exceptions). The sooner the better as funds are limited!
About SCCUR
Conference Abstract Submission
Undergraduate students who wish to present their faculty-mentored research, scholarship, and creative activities at SCCUR must complete the on-line abstract submission form. Abstracts are reviewed by faculty from appropriate disciplines and accepted, returned for revision, or declined.
Students, before submitting your abstract for SCCUR 2023, it is important to consult with your faculty mentor. All accepted abstracts will be published on the conference program and website.
Click here to submit your abstract [Closed]
Abstract Early Review Deadline: Monday, September 25, 2023, 11:59 pm
Abstract Final Deadline: Monday, October, 9, 2023, 11:59 pm
Conference Registration
The OUR will pay the student awardee's registration fees ($85) in advance. However, before committing, students must be sure they are able to attend as the registration fee is nonrefundable.
Transportation
A shuttle bus will be provided to transport students to and from CSUF. The shuttle bus will depart from CSUDH on at 8:00am and return to CSUDH by 5:30 PM. Students are also welcomed to drive at their own expense.
Poster Printing
The OUR will provide free poster printing for all CSUDH presenters funded under this award. Poster files (PPT and PDF) must be submitted to our@csudh.edu by or before Monday, November 13, 2023. Be sure to work with your faculty mentor for guidance and final approval to ensure your poster is ready for printing by the deadline.
View and download the CSUDH POSTER PRESENTATION TEMPLATE [PPT]
Contact
For more information regarding the SCCUR award please contact the OUR at our@csudh.edu or call (310) 243-3392. For general information about the SCCUR conference, please contact the organizing team at sccur2023@fullerton.edu or visit the conference website.
The Sally Casanova California Pre-doctoral Scholar Program
Designed for current juniors, seniors, and Master’s Students in the CSU students “given to current upper-division or graduate students who, in the judgment of the review panel, demonstrate academic excellence while experiencing economic or educational disadvantage, as well as committed to a career in teaching and research at the college or university level.” We encourage CSUDH students planning for a PhD to apply for this program! The internal deadline for your application will be announced in the Fall. To apply, you need to identify a faculty mentor during the Fall and then contact the Campus Coordinator, to discuss your application. More information to come.
Current and Previous CSUDH Sally Casanova Awardees
The Ford Foundation Predoctoral Fellowship
Designed for students in nearly all fields of study who are planning to enroll in a PhD program. The deadline is in December.The National Science Foundation Graduate Research Fellowships Program (NSF GRFP)
For students who are planning to attend grad school next year in STEM (including the social sciences) and STEM Education. The office offers a workshop to help you apply for the GRFP. The deadline is in October, and involves a 3-page personal statement and a 2-page research proposal.NSF GRFP Example Applications (personal statements, research proposals and ratings)
NIH Undergraduate Scholarship Program (UGSP)
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UGSP is eagerly anticipating the upcoming application cycle for the NIH Undergraduate Scholarship Program (UGSP) and would like to share some key details with you.
NIH UGSP Scholarship Overview:
- A dedicated program for students from disadvantaged backgrounds who are committed to careers in biomedical, behavioral, and social science health-related research.
- Scholarships of up to $20,000 per academic year to cover tuition, educational expenses, and reasonable living costs.
- Scholarships can be renewed for up to 4 consecutive years.
- For every year of scholarship funding, students commit to two NIH service obligations, which provide unparalleled research training and experience at NIH.
NIH UGSP Informational Webinars:
Date: Tuesday, December 5th, 2023
Time: 2:00pm-3:00pm ET
Date: Tuesday, January 9th, 2024
Time: 2:00pm-3:00pm ET
Important Application Dates:
Applications Open: January 2nd, 2024
Application Deadline: March 15th, 2024, at noon E.T.
For a comprehensive overview, eligibility criteria, and other details, please visit the NIH UGSP Official Website.
Should you have any questions or require additional details about the UGSP, please email ugsp@od.nih.gov.
The Ray Diversity Fellowship
The Roger Arliner Young (RAY) Diversity Fellowship focuses on increasing opportunities for people of color to learn about, engage with, and enter the conservation and clean energy NGO sectors. The Fellowship is designed to support and attract recent college graduates of color with exceptional promise and demonstrated accomplishment who seek to be leaders in the nonprofit and philanthropic sectors.
California Desert Studies Consortium- Judith A. Presch Student Research Scholarship
The Presch scholarship is available annually to undergraduates and graduate students pursuing research in arid lands. The scholarship is named in memory of Judith A. Presch, human resources specialist at CSU Fullerton, and supporter of the DSC. Applications are reviewed by the Research Award Committee of the Desert Studies Consortium [FLYER]
- Who: Undergraduates or graduates pursuing desert research.
- Amount: 1-2 awards of $500. Includes one year of fees waived at the DSC at Zzyzx.
- Application deadline: December 1, 2021. Awards will be announced in December.
To apply: Complete an application form by the deadline. Please direct any questions about this scholarship to Dr. Terry McGlynn at tmcglynn@csudh.edu.