Student Research Support
Elevate Your Academic Experience
As a top Research 1 (R1) institution, University of Utah provides students with unparalleled access to state-of-the-art facilities, leading research programs, and outstanding faculty researchers – fostering an environment that emphasizes extraordinary hands-on learning experiences. Engaging in research at both the undergraduate and graduate level not only enriches students’ academic experience but also positions them advantageously for future educational and career opportunities.
Humanities students at the University of Utah can participate in a variety of research opportunities in their major or in a topic that interests them, including opportunities to work with faculty mentors on projects. For more information about student resources and support, contact the COH Student Success Team.
Undergrad Research Opportunities
If you are interested in internal and/or external undergraduate research scholarships or fellowships, please visit the Office of Undergraduate Research for additional advising and support. Also, check out the U’s Office of Scholarships & Financial Aid and Office of Nationally Competitive Scholarships.
COH Undergrad Student Conference Travel Award supports Humanities undergrad students traveling to conferences to present research.
Office of Undergraduate Research (OUR) offers research and mentorship programs, research funding, and travel/small grants for undergrad students.
Associated Students of the University of Utah (ASUU) offers travel funding reimbursements on a limited basis for student domestic travel.
Fulbright provides opportunities for students to study, conduct research, or teach abroad. Applications are due to the University in advance of the national deadline.
Graduate Research Opportunities
If you are interested in internal and/or external graduate scholarships or fellowships, please contact fellowships@gradschool.utah.edu for additional advising and support. Also, check out the U’s Office of Scholarships & Financial Aid and Office of Nationally Competitive Scholarships.
COH Graduate Student Conference/Research Travel Award supports Humanities grad students attending conferences to present research and/or conducting research that requires travel.
U Graduate School administers assistantships, fellowships, and scholarships for grad students; offer funding for travel and conference fees; post nationally competitive opportunities; and offer fellowship application review workshops.
Digital Matters offers grad student fellowships that include a stipend for a semester-long part-time residency at its center in the Marriot Library to work on a digital humanities research project.
Wilkes Center offers postdoctoral fellowships, grad student research and travel funds, and a student innovation prize in the areas of climate science and environmental studies.
American Council of Learned Societies (ACLS) has a variety of fellowships and grants for student projects that advance knowledge in the humanities and interpretive social sciences.
Fulbright provides opportunities for grad students to teach, conduct research, and carry out projects abroad. Applications are due to the University in advance of the national deadline.
National Science Foundation (NSF) offers grad researcher funding opportunities. Check out the NSF Education and Training Application, Research Fellowship, and Research Traineeship.