CRA Outstanding Undergraduate Researcher Awards
This award recognizes North American undergraduates for exceptional computing research achievements and community engagement, supporting recipients with conference travel funding.
Funder: Computing Research Association
Due Dates (Anticipated): October 2026 (Nomination submission deadline — projected: before 9:00 PM ET on October 14, 2026)
Funding Amounts: Up to $1,500 per recipient for conference travel; multiple awards made annually.
Summary: Recognizes outstanding North American undergraduates for exceptional research achievements and community engagement in computing.
Description
This award program celebrates undergraduate students at North American colleges and universities who demonstrate exceptional potential in computing research. The primary focus is on research excellence, but academic performance and community involvement—such as leadership, teaching, or peer tutoring—are also valued. Awardees receive financial assistance to attend research conferences and are publicly recognized for their contributions. The program aims to foster emerging talent in computing research and is supported by leading national laboratories.
