{"id":13551,"date":"2025-09-26T10:44:36","date_gmt":"2025-09-26T14:44:36","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/academicsuccess.ucf.edu\/our\/?page_id=13551"},"modified":"2026-10-11T22:34:42","modified_gmt":"2026-10-12T02:34:42","slug":"looking-for-research-opportunities","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/academicsuccess.ucf.edu\/our\/looking-for-research-opportunities\/","title":{"rendered":"Looking For Research Opportunities?"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t
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Engaging in undergraduate research is one of the most transformative experiences you can pursue during your academic journey. Whether you’re exploring a new field, building skills for graduate school or your future career, or simply curious about the research process, there are many ways to get started.<\/p>

At UCF, we offer several pathways to help you connect with research teams and faculty mentors. We encourage you to check out our workshops, meet with our peers, or join research roadmaps<\/a> to learn the best ways to reach out to faculty. In addition, below are excellent starting points:<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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The Knight Research Scholars Program, facilitated by the Office of Undergraduate Research and the College of Graduate Studies,<\/strong> offers undergraduate students the opportunity to serve as team members and participate in research teams led by graduate students or postdoctoral scholars. Many undergraduates remain involved for multiple semesters, deepening their contributions and even mentoring newer team members.<\/span><\/p>

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