Minigrants
Engaged Learning
2nd Floor Student Services Building
900 University Ave
Riverside, CA 92521
Tel: (951) 827-7389
Email: engage@ucr.edu, ugr@ucr.edu
Program Overview
Undergraduate Research Mini-grants provide funding to support research expenses related to faculty-mentored/student-led research and creative projects. Funds are also available for Travel Grants to support undergraduate students who present their research at national conferences
Funding up to 1k (offered twice a year). Students can only be funded once each academic year. There is no cost to apply for mini-grants.
Target Audience and Requirements
All UCR sophomores and juniors can apply for mini-grants.
- Minimum GPA 3.0
- Faculty Mentor Letter of Recommendation
- End of Year Report
- Participation in Research Symposium
Research Grant:
- Must submit original proposal w/ clear timeline, methodology & citations, and justified budget.
Travel Grant:
- Proof of acceptance to present at the conference
- Explanation of research
- Expected learning outcomes from the conference
Deadlines
For Spring & Summer Awards:
- March 1 at 5 pm
For Summer & Fall Awards:
- May 1 at 5 pm
For Winter & Spring Awards:
- November 1 at 5 pm