STEP 2:  Exploring the Types of Research Opportunities
at UCF

• Volunteer: Volunteering to help with a faculty member’s research is a great way to begin your involvement with research and usually requires less time commitment.
• Credit: Most departments on campus offer independent research credit, whereby you receive academic credit towards your degree as a result of work completed with a faculty mentor. Check with your advisor.
• Paid: Many students on campus receive financial compensation for completing research. However, these positions often require a larger time commitment (10-20 hours/week, more in the summer). Payment may be issued as a stipend, scholarship, or hourly wage.
• UCF has many funded research opportunities.
• Some faculty have grant money to support undergraduate research.

 

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