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Research & Award Opportunities

Opportunities through the Office for Student Research & Creativity

  • The Frederick B. Kilmer Undergraduate Research Apprenticeships supports student-faculty collaborative projects during the academic year and summer. Awards are competitive and funding is $400 for semester projects; $600 for academic year projects, and $1,000 for summer. More information about this award is available on our website.
  • The Ram Chugh North Country Public Service and Research Award is presented each spring at the annual SUNY Potsdam Learning & Research Fair. Two awards (1st place: $300, 2nd place: $200) adjudicated by a panel of professionals and community members, are available to students conducting research on a social, political, environmental or scientific issue relevant to the North Country region of New York State. This award is made possible through an endowed fund established by SUNY Potsdam Professor Emeritus Dr. Ram Chugh, and his wife Seema.
  • The Frederick B. Kilmer Fund also presents awards each spring at the annual SUNY Potsdam Learning & Research Fair. Three awards (1st place: $200, 2nd place: $100, and 3rd place: $50) adjudicated by a panel of SUNY Potsdam faculty and/or other professionals, acknowledge outstanding undergraduate research, creative and scholarly work.

Other SUNY Potsdam Research, Scholarly and Creative Support

  • The SUNY Potsdam Student Government Association makes travel funds available for undergraduate students who must share the benefits of their travel (i.e. presentation or workshop) with the campus community.
  • Presidential Scholars gives motivated and talented SUNY Potsdam students opportunities to create independent research projects guided by on- or off-campus mentors, with financial support and academic recognition. Qualified students are invited to apply each fall semester.
  • The Honors Program invites highly motivated students to explore education in a supportive environment. Advanced Honors students complete an undergraduate research project.
  • Collegiate Science and Technology Entry Program (CSTEP) provides opportunities for undergraduate students interested in pursuing careers in science, technology, and related fields. Admission to the program is available to students from underrepresented groups or who meet income guidelines, and are in good academic standing. CSTEP also provides career and research support.

Undergraduate Research Opportunities outside SUNY Potsdam

  • NCUR, part of the Council for Undergraduate Research, provides resources for students conducting research, including opportunities for presenting your research at national conferences.
  • The National Science Foundation supports paid undergraduate research opportunities every summer through the Research Experiences for Undergraduates program. Programs span fields in science and social sciences; everything from archaeological excavations to Arctic environmental survey. Visit the site to learn about the opportunities. Applications are usually due in the middle of the spring semester.
  • National Geographic offers Young Explorer Grants to support individuals aged 18-25 "to pursue some of their first experiences carrying out fieldwork and exploration." Amounts range from $2000 to $5000.