Undergraduate Research and Fellowships Mentoring

Applications to present at the 2026 Undergraduate Exhibition for Research, Inquiry, and Creative Activity are now open. Share your findings or perform at this annual showcase of undergraduate research and creative work from across Penn State’s colleges and campuses, taking place online and in person. Applications are due March 17.

The Fulbright U.S. Student Program will launch its next application cycle on March 31. While the application opens in the spring, students are encouraged to begin preparing early by exploring award options, identifying potential host affiliations, and developing project ideas. Learn more about the program and how to get started.

Please join us in congratulating our four Penn State University Park nominees for the Goldwater Scholarship. This prestigious award recognizes exceptional undergraduate research in STEM, and these nominees—Ash Booth, Kieran Sturges, Matias Moreno, and Eric Welp—reflect the outstanding depth and impact of undergraduate research at Penn State. We wish them the best of luck and are proud to celebrate their commitment to research excellence.