Dean's Research Program
Through a centralized application, the Dean's Research Program (DRP) offers CBS students with no prior research experience the opportunity to get involved in research on-campus while being compensated for their work. Priority is given to seniors, although all students may apply. The DRP extends up to $4,200 ($15.25/hour for up to 20 hours/week) over the course of the semester for students accepted into the program. Student salary will support active research in faculty labs or in field-based research. All CBS students will be notified via email when the Fall 2025 application cycle opens.
Additional Resources
Paid Research Opportunities
Undergraduate Research Opportunities Program (UROP)
*The UROP is technically a scholarship rather than a stipend.
Summer Undergraduate Research Programs
Research Opportunities for Credit
The following courses are great ways to earn credit for your research involvement as an undergraduate student in CBS. Click the links below to see the updated Directed Research Guidelines and the course descriptions!
Directed Introduction to Research (BIOL 2996)
Directed Research (BIOL 4994, BIOL 4994W**)
Directed Studies (BIOL 4993, BIOL 4993W**)
CBS Directed Research Learning Objectives and Guidelines
**Every department has equivalent courses; check the course listings for your department.