UROC is a partnership of several University of Arizona undergraduate research programs, led by the Graduate College, which primarily focus on STEM fields. UROC offers a wide range of 10 week summer undergraduate research opportunities to help undergraduates prepare for graduate school. UROC connects students to meaningful research projects, faculty mentors, and a cohort of like-minded students whose goal is to pursue master\u2019s and PhD degrees. Additionally, students will receive intensive, personalized preparation for the graduate admission process, including workshops to prepare for the GRE.<\/p>\n
Important Dates<\/p>\n
UROC Starts June 2, 2013 and ends August 7, 2013<\/p>\n
Apply by February 1<\/p>\n
Note: Letters of recommendation are not required.<\/p>\n
Benefits<\/p>\n
\u00b7 Research project<\/p>\n
\u00b7 Faculty mentor<\/p>\n
\u00b7 Workshops\/preparation for graduate admission process (personal statements, presentation skills, funding, GRE)<\/p>\n
\u00b7 Speaker series<\/p>\n
\u00b7 Social opportunities and a support network<\/p>\n
\u00b7 Financial support (pay, stipends)<\/p>\n
\u00b7 Upper division academic credit<\/p>\n
\u00b7 On-campus housing available<\/p>\n
\u00b7 Poster session, oral presentation, and closing ceremony<\/p>\n
Each of the UROC programs differs in their selection criteria. Visit the UROC web site for more information about individual programs.<\/p>\n
Learn more! Here\u2019s how to focus the search\u2014<\/p>\n
For biological science majors:<\/p>\n
\u00b7 Minority Health Disparities<\/p>\n
\u00b7 Minority Access to Research Careers<\/p>\n
For environment-related majors:<\/p>\n
\u00b7 Biosphere 2 REU<\/p>\n
For physical science majors:<\/p>\n
\u00b7 Hooked on Photonics REU<\/p>\n
\u00b7 Integrated Optics for Undergraduates REU<\/p>\n
For all majors:<\/p>\n
\u00b7 Summer Research Institute<\/p>\n
Questions?<\/p>\n
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