Since 2007, the UGA Libraries has sponsored the Undergraduate Research Awards, which provide cash prizes for excellence in research and academic inquiry.
Seniors: one $800 first prize and two $450 second prizes
First - Third Year Students: one $600 first prize and one $300 second prize
NEW! Jurors' Choice Award: One $400 prize highlighting a particular research method, resource, or collection. Can be from any category (Senior or 1st-3rd year).
Whether you are creating a historical thesis, policy paper, composition for piano or a scientific study, you are eligible to apply for this award upon completing the following:
3-4 page essay describing and reflecting upon your research project
Meet with a librarian for a research conference