Current Honors College Student Guide: Student Transformative Learning Award
The Student Transformative Learning Award competition invites undergraduates to apply for funding to support their participation in innovative learning experiences that complement their academic and professional goals. Offered through a partnership between the Honors College and the Office of the Provost, this award provides funding for projects that foster hands-on learning and creative inquiry, including:
- Mentored research
- Research internships
- Conference travel
- Study Away
- Creative project-based learning
Eligibility
The application is open to all undergraduate students with at least a 3.0 overall GPA who will be enrolled for at least 12 credit hours at the time of application, an undergraduate with at least sophomore status, and at least 30 credit hours remaining in degree program.
Award Details
Awards up to $1,500 may be used to cover the cost of travel, materials and/or stipends related to a mentored investigation or inquiry project that seeks to make an intellectual or creative contribution to knowledge. Examples include:
- Traditional or creative research
- Research-related internships
- Team-based project learning
- Other experiential learning with a focus on inquiry and knowledge contribution
Application Details
Deadlines
To ensure adequate time for review, please submit your application by the following deadlines:
- Summer Projects: April 30
- Fall Projects: July 31
- Spring Projects: December 30
How to Apply
- Complete the online application
- Submit required documents within application
- 300-500 word essay essay from the student describing how the project connects to the student’s goals, creates opportunities, and contributes to industry or community
- A letter of recommendation from the supervising faculty member
- A budget (a template is included in the application)
Learn more about the Student Transformative Learning Award and apply today.
Contact
Have questions? Email [email protected].