Applications for UConn IDEA Grant academic year funding are now open!
The IDEA Grant awards funding of up to $4000 to support student-designed projects including:
- Artistic and creative endeavors
- Entrepreneurial ventures and prototype development
- Original research projects
- Service initiatives
- Other innovative, student-driven projects
Undergraduates in all majors at all campuses can apply. Applications are accepted from individuals and from small groups of students who want to work collaboratively on a project.
Application Deadline:
The deadline for 2018-19 academic year funding is Monday, March 12th, 2018.
Information Sessions:
Attend one of the upcoming UConn IDEA Grant information sessions to learn more about the program.
- Monday, February 12th, 4:00-5:00pm, Rowe 420
- Tuesday, February 13th, 4:00-5:00pm, Rowe 420
You can also schedule an advising appointment with program coordinator Melissa Berkey through email (Melissa.berkey@uconn.edu) for proposal reviews and to discuss project ideas. Skype and phone appointments are available for students at the regional campuses and those studying abroad.
Click here to learn more about the UConn IDEA Grant program.
For more information, contact: Melissa Berkey at melissa.berkey@uconn.edu