UROC (pronounced you-rock) is administered by the University of Arizona Graduate College, and provides participants with excellent research training and graduate school preparation through:
- research experience under the guidance of a faculty mentor
- professional development and graduate admission workshops
- social networking and a community building with like-minded peers
- poster session, oral presentation, and abstract writing
- A $5,000 summer stipend (award amount and disbursement varies by program)
Typical eligibility requirements:
- Rising juniors and seniors*
- US citizen or permanent resident
- 3.0 GPA or above
- Strong interest in pursuing graduate education, particularly in earning a master’s or PhD
*AWARDSS-PLUS may accept post-bacs and master's students and the Ronald E. McNair program also accepts sophomores.
Year Round Programs
These U of A Graduate College programs run through the academic year and 10 weeks of the Summer. NOTE: You must be a student at the University of Arizona to apply.
Summer-Only Programs
These U of A Graduate College supported programs run for 10 weeks in the Summer and are open to UA and non-UA students!
Programs Overview
Brief descriptions and links to all of the programs' web pages are listed under "UROC Programs Overview" in the left menu. Visit individual program websites for more detailed information.