CRA Outstanding Undergraduate Researcher Awards
Limited submission
The CRA Outstanding Undergraduate Researcher Awards honor top undergraduate students for exceptional research achievements in computing, supported by the Computing Research Association.
Funder: Computing Research Association
Due Dates: October 14, 2026: Nomination deadline
Funding Amounts: Up to $1,500 per awardee for research conference travel; multiple awards granted annually.
Summary: Recognizes outstanding undergraduate students in North America for exceptional achievements and potential in computing research.
Key Information: Nominations must be submitted by a department chair or authorized representative; students cannot self-nominate.
Description
The CRA Outstanding Undergraduate Researcher Awards honor undergraduate students at North American colleges and universities who demonstrate exceptional potential in computing research. The main focus is on research excellence, but academic achievement and service (such as club leadership, teaching, or peer tutoring) are also considered. Awardees receive financial support to attend a research conference of their choice, and additional distinctions (runners-up, finalists, honorable mentions) are also recognized. The program aims to encourage and spotlight the next generation of leaders in computing research.
