The Undergraduate Creative Activities and Research Experience (UCARE) program is a paid opportunity to work alongside a world-class UNL faculty mentor and conduct cutting-edge research that will shape the future of Nebraska and beyond.
UCARE student applicants write a proposal to conduct a research or creative project under the guidance of a faculty mentor. The program supports original work in every field and major, ranging from agriculture, arts, architecture, education, engineering, humanities, journalism, and sciences.
The UCARE program supports student researchers with professional development workshops, two annual research symposium events, and access to travel or supplies funding.
Eligibility:
University of Nebraska-Lincoln undergraduates may apply to UCARE, if the following statements are true for you:
1. I am currently enrolled as a full-time student in a UNL undergraduate degree program.
(Part-time and non-degree students are ineligible.)
2. I have a 2.75 or higher cumulative GPA.
(The GPA requirement is firm and cannot be waived.)
3. I will have completed at least 30 credit hours of undergraduate work by May, but not more than 120.
(If you have earned more than 120 credit hours due to transferring colleges or other extenuating circumstances, please email ucare@unl.edu to discuss whether you may qualify for a waiver.)
4. I am able to commit to 10 hours per week (academic year) or 20 hours per week (summer), including all project activities, UCARE events, and presentations.
Questions? Email us at ucare@unl.edu.
How to Apply?
Applications are accepted directly from students, between November 15 – February 15 only. During the annual application period, students can login and select “UCARE” from the competition drop-down menu. (At any other time of year, the UCARE competition is not visible.)
For summer 2024 and/or academic year 2024-2025 proposals, the application deadline is February 15, 2024 (11:59 pm).
All applicants will receive a status update by mid-April 2024.
Pay:
Summer 2024: Up to $2,640
Academic Year 2024-2025: Up to $3,600
More details at: https://careers.unl.edu/channels/ucare/