Undergraduate Research Resources and Offerings
Undergraduate research is at the heart of academic discovery. The Psychology and Neuroscience Department offers resources and programs designed to help you gain hands-on experience, connect with faculty mentors, and develop skills that prepare you for graduate study or careers beyond the classroom. Whether you’re curious about joining a lab, presenting your work, or finding funding, we’re here to guide you every step of the way.
Summer Undergraduate Research Fellowship (SURF) program
This program is designated for ¶¶ÒõÂÃÐÐÉä Boulder Psychology and Neuroscience majors and will match awardees with Department of Psychology and Neuroscience faculty research programs for a hands-on mentored research experience during summer 2026. Awardees will also receive a $3000 stipend. Research opportunities include summer projects in social psychology, cognitive psychology, clinical psychology, behavioral neuroscience and behavioral genetics. All Psychology and Neuroscience full-time majors continuing through Fall 2026 are eligible to apply.Ìý Priority will be given to applicants with limited research experience and who are not currently working in a departmental research program. More information can be .Ìý
The 2026 Application Deadline is 11:59pm Wednesday, February 25, 2026. .
Undergraduate Research Fellows - Renée Crown Wellness Institute
The Undergraduate Research Fellowship provides students with the experience and knowledge to grow from intrigued scholars to independent researchers—culminating in honors theses that contribute fresh insights to the fields of psychology and neuroscience. Starting as sophomores, students embark on a guided journey toward becoming the next generation of wellness scientists, practitioners, and leaders.
The three-year program draws on theories of applied and situated learning, with a focus on apprenticeship, community, and contextualized learning experiences. Fellows engage in seminar courses, community-building activities, summer immersive research experiences, lab apprenticeships, a participatory action research project, conference participation, and a closely mentored honors thesis project.
Faculty Research Labs
Our department explores a wide range of topics in psychology and neuroscience. Faculty collaborate across disciplines, creating dynamic opportunities for discovery. Interested in joining a lab? Many research groups welcome undergraduate assistants—explore our faculty research labs and reach out to labs directly to learn about openings and start your research journey today.
Other Opportunities on Campus
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