Undergraduate Research Conference Presentation Support
 
Presenting your research at a conference is an exciting opportunity to share your work and connect with scholars in your field. Funding for conference travel is available through departments, schools, divisions, campuses, colleges, and the Schreyer Honors College. To get started, complete the Conference Travel Request Form.

Commonwealth Campus Student Conference Travel Support

The Office of the Vice President for Commonwealth Campuses (OVPCC) is offering financial support for Penn State Commonwealth Campus undergraduate and graduate students who have been accepted to present at professional conferences. Funding can be used to offset conference registration and travel costs—up to $400 for travel to University Park and up to $800 for travel to conferences elsewhere.

Eligible students must be currently enrolled at a Commonwealth Campus, have confirmation of acceptance to present, and submit a letter of support from a faculty mentor. All presentation types are welcome, including posters, oral presentations, performances, and entrepreneurial demonstrations. For more information and the application, click here.

National Conference on Undergraduate Research (NCUR)

The National Conference on Undergraduate Research (NCUR) is a wonderful chance for students to showcase their research on a national stage, network with peers, and explore new ideas. The 2026 conference will take place in Richmond, VA, April 13-15, 2026.

Support will be available for undergraduate students who apply and are accepted to present at NCUR. Application submissions open Tuesday, September 9, 2025 and close Friday, December 5, 2025. You can find detailed submission guidelines here.

Information about how to apply for travel funding will be posted in 2026—stay tuned!