The Sustainable LA Grand Challenge Undergraduate Research Scholars Program (URSP) is an intensive and highly competitive interdisciplinary program that unites undergraduates in their first research experiences in urban sustainability.
The program was created in 2014 in partnership with UCLA’s Undergraduate Research Center and the Institute of the Environment and Sustainability. This year-long course was developed to attract a diverse student body to urban sustainability and ensure that these students are equipped with the skills necessary to conduct research within their chosen majors, as well as to thrive in interdisciplinary teams to address one of society’s greatest challenges.
Black Bruins, People of Color, Indigenous People, women, LGBTQ+ individuals, people with disabilities, members of ethnic minorities, foreign-born residents and veterans are strongly encouraged to apply.
Award Amount and Details
For the Scholars program:
- Mentorship from faculty and/or senior researchers
- A concurrent course meeting once a week that provides students with a background in urban sustainability, research and communication skills, and professional development.
For the Project Consultants program:
- Special leadership training to become peer mentors and group project leaders.
Deadlines and Date Information
The deadline for applications is Saturday, June 17, 2023.
Eligibility Information
Please see the application homepage for information about each program's requirements.
Scholars:
The program is open to students across all majors who will be in their 2nd or 3rd years during the year in which the program is offered.
Project Consultants:
Students in their 4th year or later may apply to be Project Consultants for the course.
