Undergraduate Student Research Awards
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| What is it? | USRA is meant to nurture your interest and fully develop your potential for a research career in the natural sciences and engineering. They are also meant to encourage you to undertake graduate studies in these fields. If you would like to gain research work experience that complements your studies in an academic setting, these awards can provide you with financial support through your host university. NSERC encourages qualified Indigenous students to apply for this award. |
| How much is it worth? | $7,500 minimum |
| What is the deadline? | Spring 2024 |
| Am I eligible? | To be eligible to apply for an award, you must: (1) be a Canadian citizen or permanent resident of Canada as of the deadline date for applications at the university; (2) be registered, as of the deadline date for applications at the university, in a bachelor's degree program at an eligible university; (3) have obtained, over the previous 2 years of study, a cumulative average of at least second class (2.67 at VIU) |
| What is the website? | VIU Undergraduate Student Research Awards |
| Is there an Info Session? | TBA |
How to apply for a VIU Undergraduate Student Research Award
NSERC Indigenous Student Ambassador
| Your questions | Answered |
|---|---|
| What is it? | The NSERC Indigenous Student Ambassadors (NISA) grant aims to engage Indigenous students and fellows in promoting interest and participation in the natural sciences and engineering (NSE) by visiting Indigenous communities and schools in Canada. |
| How much is it worth? | Up to $5,000 |
| What is the deadline? | There are no fixed deadlines for this grant. Applications must be submitted at least two months before the start of a proposed outreach activity. |
| Am I eligible? | To be eligible, at the time you submit your application you must be: (1) an Indigenous person in Canada (2) registered at a Canadian postsecondary institution, polytechnic, college or CEGEP in the NSE or have been registered last term and plan to return next term to one of those institutions for studies in the NSE or be a postdoctoral fellow in the NSE at a Canadian postsecondary institution |
| What is the website? | NSERC Student Ambassador |
| Is there an Info Session? | TBA |
Sigma Xi - Grants in Aid of Research Program
| Your questions | Answered |
|---|---|
| What is it? | The Sigma Xi Grants in Aid of Research (GIAR) program has provided undergraduate and graduate students with valuable educational experiences since 1922. By encouraging close working relationships between students and mentors, the program promotes scientific excellence and achievement through hands-on learning. |
| How much is it worth? | Most are $1000; see website for more details |
| What is the deadline? | March 15 and October 1 annually |
| Am I eligible? | Undergraduate and graduate students currently enrolled in degree seeking programs may apply. |
| What is the website? | Sigma Xi - Grants in Aid of Research Program |
| Is there an Info Session? | No, but if you have questions please connect with Kendra. |