The UCSB Edison STEM Research Scholarship aids talented undergraduate students to present already conducted research at a conference or participate in research under the direction of a UCSB faculty mentor/research affiliate in one of the following fields: Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Computer Science, Earth Science, Electrical Engineering, Environmental Studies, Mathematics, Mechanical Engineering, Physics, or Statistics.
Within the application, you will need to specify if you are applying for a scholarship to present (already conducted) research at a conference or if you are seeking support to conduct research during the summer.
The two available scholarships are the following:
- Summer Research Scholarship ($5,000)
- In-State or Out-of-State Research Presentation Scholarship ($500-$2,000)
Requirements:
- Pursuing a B.S. degree at UCSB in Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Computer Science, Earth Science, Electrical Engineering, Environmental Studies, Mathematics, Mechanical Engineering, Physics, or Statistics.
- Be a low-income, first-generation college student, a veteran, and/or a student underrepresented in Edison-specified fields (see previous requirement).
- Have a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or above.
- Be enrolled in the UCSB MESA (Mathematics, Engineering, Science Achievement) University Program (MUP). If you are not currently enrolled, enroll today at mesa.my.site.com/s/profile-update.
- Attend professional development sessions and present your research.
Scholarship application deadlines:
- Summer Research Scholarship: Friday, May 17th, 2024 at 11:59 PM
- In-State and Out-of-State Research Presentation Scholarship: Friday, August 2nd, 2024 at 11:59 PM