Summer

Applications

Applications for Summer 2024 now closed.

Review program overview, eligibility, and expectations HERE

Download the application HERE

A complete application, all six parts, must be received by April 1st.

  1. Application form – to be prepared by the student and faculty mentor
  2. Student should complete a URA Demographics form HERE
  3. Personal statement – to be prepared by the student
    • Format: The personal statement should be a maximum of 2 pages, double-spaced, and 12-point font.
    • The personal statement should explain:
      • Who you are and your path to UCCS
      • Why you want to work on this research project
      • How you expect this experience to impact your education and career goals
  4. Research proposal - to be prepared by the faculty mentor
    • Format: The proposal should be a maximum of 4 pages (not including references), double-spaced, and 12-point font.
    • Content:
      • Project description: describe the proposed research so that someone outside your discipline understands the study’s purpose, plan, and potential implications.
      • Role of research assistant & mentorship plan
      • Budget & budget justification
      • References
  5. Professional letter of recommendation for student applicant from someone other than the faculty mentor
  6. Student’s unofficial transcript

The application, student’s personal statement, research proposal, and unofficial transcript should be submitted electronically as a single document in PDF format to csr@uccs.edu. Please name the document URA_2024_studentlastname.pdf.