Undergraduate Faculty Mentored Research

Research allows students to delve into subjects that they are passionate about while developing important analytical skills and learning to collaborate with others. UT offers both credit and noncredit research opportunities in outstanding facilities equipped with the latest tools and technology. Faculty members in all colleges engage in research, some sponsored by outside grants.

Students are often invited to assist faculty members with their research, and it is not unusual for students to co-author and present papers with faculty members at regional and national conferences. Each year, Honors students compete for eight University-sponsored $1,000 fellowships to conduct research on a specific project with a faculty member, and approximately 75 students receive academic credit for research-oriented Honors Enrichment Tutorials. With permission, students can register for an independent study with a faculty member. Capstone courses in many majors also require students to do research projects and present their findings to peers or outside audiences.