On Campus Resources

Year Round Resources

UConnect

UConnect is a UM-sponsored Student Organization striving to increase student passion and involvement in undergraduate research across all disciplines by facilitating positive peer networking opportunities.
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Office of Academic Enhancement

The Office of Academic Enhancement (OAE) provides funding to allow students to pursue activities that will enhance their undergraduate experience outside of the traditional classroom setting.
OAE Research Fellowship Ambassador Julia Chang Bloch Political Science Fellowship

Toppel Career Center

Toppel's Explore, Prepare, Connect Model gives the flexibility to meet students where they are including aiding in preparing for a research position.
Resume/ CV Assistance Interview Preparation

Library Research Programs

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Summer Resources

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  • College of Arts and Sciences Programs

    UM College of Arts and Sciences (CAS) sponsors the following summer research programs.

    • Beyond the Book

      • CAS undergraduate freshmen, sophomores, and juniors can apply to pursue special intensive learning experiences beyond the traditional classroom setting.  Such opportunities may include, but are not limited to, summer lab research, fieldwork, internships, and archival research.

  • National Science Foundation Research Experiences for Undergraduates (REU)

    The National Science Foundation created the Research Experiences for Undergraduates (REU) program in order to involve students in meaningful ways in ongoing research programs so as to attract talented students into careers in science and engineering.

    UM currently offers two REU opportunities.

    1. Center for Computational Science

    2. Department of Chemistry

  • Miami Project to Cure Paralysis

    The Miami Project to Cure Paralysis at the University of Miami-Miller School of Medicine is the world’s most comprehensive research center specializing in spinal cord injury. Click here to learn more about the project and apply!

  • Psychology Department Programs

    UM Department of Psychology administers the following summer research programs. 

    1. Psychology Research Initiatives Mentorship Experience (PRIME)

      • (PRIME) began as part of a nationwide effort to increase minority participation in the psycho-biomedical sciences; however, it was later expanded to include students from all racial and ethnic backgrounds.  The PRIME program is a 10 week summer research program designed for students who intend to apply to Ph.D. programs.  Throughout this program, students are required to work 35 hours per week on psychological research under the direction of a psychology faculty member.

    2. Lois Pope Neuroscience Scholarship

      • A generous endowment made to the University of Miami by our Trustee, Lois Pope, allows neuroscience majors to apply and work on various neuroscience research projects at UM.  Participants are required to work 40 hours per week for at least 10 weeks.

    Visit their website for additional information and to apply!

  • Shark Research and Conservation Program

    The project allows students to gain research training and engage in scientific inquiry through participation with UM scientists and staff. Participation involves scientifically sound practices and measurable outcomes in marine conservation biology.

    The research mission of this program will be to assess the ecology and biology of sharks in relation to urbanization and climate stressors. Research activities will include shark abundance surveys, tagging, and tracking, as well as physiological sampling and associated laboratory analyses.

    Click here for additional information and to apply!

  • UM Miller School of Medicine Program

    UM Miller School of Medicine administers a Summer Undergraduate Research Fellowship (SURF) program. Click here for additional information and to apply!

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