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Why Participate in Undergraduate Research?

The University of Texas at Austin serves Texas and the nation as one of the most highly rated public research universities in the United States. Researchers at The University of Texas at Austin are leaders in a variety of fields—from nanotechnology to musical composition to child welfare—that touch our daily lives and shape our future. As an undergraduate at UT Austin, you can become a part of this exciting community of discovery, creativity, and innovation.

Participation in undergraduate research can benefit you educationally, professionally, and personally.

Educational Benefits include:

• Working with a faculty mentor
• Learning about issues, methods, and leaders in your chosen field(s)
• Applying concepts from your courses to “real life” situations
• Furthering your creative achievement
• Sharpening your problem-solving skills
• Positioning yourself for summer research and internship opportunities

Professional Benefits include:

• Exploring potential careers
• Enhancing your professional communication skills
• Collaborating with others and working effectively as part of a team
• Preparing for graduate or professional school

Personal Benefits include:

• Growing as a critical and independent thinker
• Building confidence
• Enhancing your awareness of ethical issues