Undergraduate Research and Creative Scholarship Excellence Award
Internal — Western Michigan University only
Western Michigan University's Undergraduate Research and Creative Scholarship Excellence Award funds undergraduates for mentored research or creative projects that promote discovery and innovation.
Funder: Western Michigan University
Due Dates: November 15, 2026 (Spring/Summer I 2027)
Funding Amounts: Up to 100 hours of work at $13.73/hour (max $1,373/semester); optional $300 ($150 for summer) for supplies/travel with mentor approval.
Summary: Supports WMU undergraduates collaborating with faculty or staff on research or creative projects that advance discovery and innovation.
Description
Western Michigan University’s Undergraduate Research and Creative Scholarship Excellence Award provides funding for undergraduate students to engage in mentored research or creative scholarship projects with WMU faculty or staff. The program is designed to foster hands-on learning, support innovative student projects across disciplines, and strengthen the university’s mission of discovery and educational enrichment. Typical projects span laboratory, field, studio, or other scholarly settings, and students are expected to work closely with their mentors throughout the award period.
