To be considered for a Dean’s Undergraduate Research Award, complete and submit the online application form.

Application Materials

The following items are required:

1. A two- to three-page, single-spaced proposal that addresses the following:
   • The topic to be explored
   • Your qualifications for conducting the research
   • Your timeline for completion of the project
   • Expected outcome of the project (honors thesis, etc.)
   • An itemized budget
2. One letter of recommendation from a faculty member. Once your application is submitted, ask your recommender to upload the letter where indicated at the top of the application. Recommendation letters should address the following:
   • How long and in what capacity you have known the student
   • The student’s academic strengths, qualifications, and ability to conduct independent research

You must review the Homewood IRB guidelines prior to submitting your proposal.