Undergraduate Student Financial Support Request

Objective: Funding up to $500 is available to support the academic enrichment of undergraduate students. This may include travel expenses for presenting research at regional, national, or international conferences, as well as costs associated with conducting research for ongoing academic projects. *

Eligibility: Be a currently enrolled undergraduate student at the University of Kentucky and must be a first author or presenting author on the presentation. Students may apply once per academic year. First time applicants are encouraged to apply.

Timeline: Funds are available on a first-come, first-serve basis. Applicants should submit the application well in advance of the proposed need. The application will be reviewed, and the applicant will be notified. Please allow approximately 3 weeks for review.

Deadline: Fall semester requests are to be submitted by October 15, Spring semester and Summer requests are to be submitted by March 15.

SAMPLE ALLOWABLE EXPENSES:

• Registration fees
• Airfare and associated expenses
• Mileage for personal car usage
• Lodging expenses
• Expenses related to conducting research: copies, travel, etc.

*Travel related to Study Abroad experiences and organized classes are not eligible for funding.