Engagement Details

Undergraduate Research - Student Grant Award/Independent Study

 

What to Expect

Don't let finances stop you from pursuing a for-credit research project. With support from a faculty mentor, you can apply for grant funds that may be used for expenses such as project travel, materials and supplies or salary. Research projects can help you gain expertise in your area of study, connect with faculty and stretch your problem-solving skills.

This engagement qualifies for these special designations:

  • GLD-Research
  • Experiential Learning Opportunity
  • Option to appear on USC Experience extended transcript

Term: Spring 2025

 

Requirements

Time Commitment: 60 - 89 hours
Who Can Participate: See Academic Bulletin for Course Prerequisites
Minimum Credit Hours: See Academic Bulletin for Course Prerequisites
Minimum GPA:  See Academic Bulletin for Course Prerequisites
Other Requirements See Academic Bulletin for Course Prerequisites

 

Engagement Benefits

How expectations are communicated:
Individual training

Learning activities:
Research

Knowledge or skills developed:
Critical and creative thinking
Problem solving

Who you will work with:
Faculty member(s) on this campus

Who will communicate feedback and how:
Group / class session with faculty member

Reflection expectations:
(1-1) session(s) with faculty

 

Additional Information

Undergraduate Research