Proposal Tips
Celebrating 40 Years
ĢӰ Boulder has an expansive history engaging undergraduates in the research and creative life of the campus dating to the creation of UROP in 1986.
Start here if you're just getting started exploring undergraduate research and creative engagement.
Start here to find UROP funding for undergraduate research and creative projects and presentations.
Start here if you were recently awarded UROP funding for projects or conference presentations.
Start here if you're currently working on a UROP-funded project or presenting at a conference.
Start here to find resources for staff and faculty supporting student success from college counselors to advisors.
Start with the purpose of your work to get reviewers’ attention.
Place your project in the context of the field of study.
Be clear about the benefits of your project beyond impact in the field of study.
Be sure reviewers understand why the project is needed.
Explain why the project is not only needed—but needed now.
Use language accessible to reviewers who might not be familiar with the topic.
UROP accepts the mentor endorsement as verification of sources without citation.
Consider consulting with the ĢӰ Boulder Writing Center as you draft your proposal.
ĢӰ Boulder has an expansive history engaging undergraduates in the research and creative life of the campus dating to the creation of UROP in 1986.