Research Opportunities
Michigan State University is a leader in offering research options for academically talented students in every discipline. Undergraduate research
- Connects leading faculty mentors with undergraduate students
- Fosters the development of the student's knowledge and academic skills
- Enables student researchers to consider publishing and presenting their work at regional and national conferences
- Encourages development of the students' own independent research
- Provides a competitive edge for students considering graduate school
Research Programs
Research programs especially for Honors College members include paid assistantships as well as research and independent study classes for credit.
Professorial Assistantships
Honors Research Seminars
Research, Independent Study, or Thesis Courses
Research Support
Modest support for research, including independent study and thesis work, is available through the Honors College Research Fund. Honors students planning a thesis or senior project may be awarded support for summer study through a prestigious and highly competitive Gillette Fellowship or Stein Scholarship. Students who are presenting the results of their research at a conference may apply for a Conference Travel Award.
Genevieve Gillette Fellowship
Hymen and Miriam Stein Scholarship
Helpful Links
- University Undergraduate Research and Arts Forum - held each spring with presentation opportunities for students in all areas of study
- MSU Undergraduate and Creative Activities
- Venture - a database of research, scholarship and creative opportunities available to MSU undergraduates
