Work Closely with World Class Researchers at UChicago
Many of our students praise the opportunities they have to work with Principal Investigators - whether as part of the process of conducting the research, learning more about research proposals and investigative thinking, or through mentorship for thesis writing and future career planning.
How can you start doing research?
The University of Chicago's Biological Sciences Collegiate Division (BSCD) has developed innovative and exciting curricular initiatives in undergraduate science education and expanded undergraduate research opportunities. Approximately 90 percent of all biology majors engage in some form of research activity. These successful programs provide a firm foundation for the undergraduate research experience.
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FELLOWSHIPS
& Other Summer Research Funding Opportunities
For those doing research over the summer, there are a number of opportunities that you have to fund the research you’re doing! Use the button here to learn more about fellowships and other programs:
Academic Year Grants
Academic Credit for Research
Students can get credit as part of their Bachelor of Science program, or through the honors program in your major.
Students with a mentor can apply to have their research count towards academic credit.
To register for a Reading or Research course please follow the steps below:
Obtain the Reading and Research form at the registrar site, fill it in with your info & the course number
Have it signed by your faculty advisor (first)
Have it signed by Dr. Hunter (ahunter@uchicago.edu) after advisor signature is obtained
Send the completed form to the registrar: registrar@uchicago.edu
For BIOS 00199 and 00299: A detailed two to three page summary on the completed work must be submitted to the research sponsor and director of research before Friday of finals week.
Your advisor enters a grade at the end of the quarter
Use the links below to learn more about the requirements for the regular and advanced level Undergraduate Research credits: