Student Researchers
Get hands-on experience in your field while contributing to new discoveries and making an impact.
This is where discovery begins
At the University of Mississippi, students are integral to our research mission. Whether you’re an undergraduate or graduate student, you’ll have opportunities to gain hands-on experience, work alongside leading faculty, and contribute to discoveries that address real-world challenges. Research at Ole Miss equips you with skills, connections, and insights to make a lasting impact in your field and beyond.
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Experiential Learning
University departments offer a wealth of opportunities for their students to get involved in research on campus. Learn how these engagements are different from student employment, and talk to your department about research opportunities.
Stamps Impact Prize
The Stamps Impact Prize supports students in leading innovative projects—ranging from research and creative works to community outreach and technology development. With awards of up to $5,000 and dedicated faculty mentorship, this competitive program supports transformative experiences that enhance academic and professional growth.
Student Entrepreneurship
The Center for Innovation and Entrepreneurship (CIE) empowers students to turn their ideas into action through mentorship, funding opportunities, and hands-on programs. Whether you’re refining a business model, competing in the Gillespie Business Plan Competition, or seeking guidance from the CIE Mentor Network, this center provides the tools to bring your vision to life.
Graduate Fellowships Application Incentive
Upperclassmen and graduate students who are seeking fellowship funding can access scholarship dollars as an incentive just for applying. The Encouraging Fellowships for Graduate Students (EFG) Scholarship Program maintains a list of applicable fellowship programs across a broad range of fields.
External Funding for Student Research
Leverage our internal resources to find external funding for your research. The university’s Division of Research Development maintains curated searches of relevant opportunities that undergraduate and graduate students can pursue.
Graduate students may be eligible for fellowship funding to support their academic journey
To be eligible, students must be admitted into a degree program, enrolled for at least nine graduate credit hours on the Oxford campus, and must not have a full-time job. Online programs are not eligible for this fellowship.
For more detailed information on eligibility, requirements, and professional development obligations, please visit the link below.