Penn State encourages students to present their research at conferences and engage in scholarly conversation. Funding to help defray costs is available within the academic colleges — reach out to your college for information on how to apply. 

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 $700 for travel to conferences elsewhere.

Eligible students must be currently enrolled at a Commonwealth Campus, have confirmation of acceptance to present, presentations must relate to the student's academic program, 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 Office of Undergraduate Education will have partial funding available to help support student participation in NCUR. A process to apply for these funds will be available in January 2027.

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 2027 conference will take place in Grand Rapids, MI, April 12-14, 2027.