Office of Undergraduate Research

We work to support and promote discovery-, inquiry-, scholarly- and creativity-based opportunities through mentored research experiences.

Envisioning Research Contest

Put your research on display and you could win a cash prize!

Application closes June 19

Summer Seminar Series

The OUR will host three research-related professional development seminars over the SU22 terms. Click “read more” to find info on the session topics, dates, times, etc. All are welcome!

Fall Awards

Templates are provided and additional information can be found using the link below.

Application closes July 8

Help sessions will be held June 10 and June 20. You can drop in for five minutes or the full hour.
– June 10, 10:30-11:30 am, email Dr. Showalter for the zoom link
– June 20, 9:00-10:00 am, email Dr. Showalter for the zoom link

Students take part in a textiles design studio class on Centennial Campus.

Get Started

Looking for tips on how to get involved in research? We have great resources for you.

CALS Researcher Ricardo Hernandez and student Mark Watson, who leads the vertical farming club, work with lettuce plants at the Horticulture field lab near the Arboretum. Photo by Marc Hall

Find a Mentor

NC State is a top research university that overcomes global challenges. Exploring and contacting research mentors is a key component of getting involved.

Dr. Natasha Olby works with a dog at the College of Veterinary medicine at the campus' biomedical research campus.

Meet with Us

Our team of staff and students are excited to meet with you and help you navigate research at NC State.

Students work in a laser lab on Centennial campus. Photo by Marc Hall

Apply for Funding

Our funding supports a wide variety of undergraduate research and creative activity.

Share Your Work

Undergraduate students present and publish their projects all over the world. Check out all the ways you can share your work.

Resource Library

From presentation tips to research ethics, our resource library offers articles, videos, and short “how-to” presentations.

Student Stories

Envisioning Research winner and OUR Ambassador Kaitlyn Tiffany discusses her research in Paleontology.

Explore student stories!

2022 Fall Awards

Submissions open until July 8! Consult with your mentor and follow posted instructions on the website when creating proposals. Proposal help sessions will be available:
April 12 from 9 a.m. – 10:30 p.m. in SAS 2225
April 14 from 3:30 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. in POE 214
By appointment with Dr. Showalter

Find all OUR latest news on DASA News

Our most recent news feed is located on the Division of Academic and Student Affairs News website.

Meet the Mentors

Our faculty and campus partners serve as phenomenal resources and guides for student researchers.