Undergraduate Teaching and Research Awards
Brown University's UTRA program funds new undergraduate-faculty collaborations for research and curriculum development across all disciplines, with a focus on equity and first-time partnerships.
Funder: Brown University
Due Dates (Anticipated): June 2026: Faculty ranking submission for Fall applicants | April 2027: Faculty project proposal form due | May 2027: Student application deadline for Fall SPRINT/UTRA
Funding Amounts: Stipends vary by student financial need; typical awards support 8–10 summer weeks or 10 weeks per semester at ~9 hours/week.
Summary: Supports collaborative research and curriculum development projects between Brown undergraduates and faculty across all disciplines.
Key Information: Faculty and students must not have previously collaborated for more than one semester; awards prioritize new partnerships and equity.
Description
The Undergraduate Teaching and Research Awards (UTRA) program at Brown University is designed to foster innovative research and curriculum development collaborations between undergraduate students and faculty. UTRA supports projects across all disciplines, offering opportunities during the fall, spring, and summer terms—including international experiences when both student and faculty are abroad together. The program emphasizes the creation of new faculty-student partnerships, with a focus on promoting equity and access for students from minoritized backgrounds. Faculty mentors benefit from fresh perspectives and the chance to guide emerging scholars, while students gain valuable research or teaching experience.
