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INDIANA UNIVERSITY
Bloomington
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Undergraduate research opportunities

At IU Bloomington, undergraduates can get involved in the research process right away. Many IU Ï㽶ÊÓƵs have used their research backgrounds to create new technologies, new companies, or new jobs—before they even graduate. They're helping move the world forward and creating a better tomorrow, today.

How research can help you

Research experiences build your confidence and give you an edge in the employment market.

Featured opportunities

  • Students working at benchtop lab instruments in a campus research laboratory.

    Work alongside faculty, graduate Ï㽶ÊÓƵs, and peers while earning academic credit for meaningful, hands‑on research.

  • Student presenter next to psychology research poster at campus event.

    Share your discoveries with audiences on campus and beyond. IU helps undergraduates present at conferences, publish in journals, and showcase their work through research exhibitions and symposiums.

Research programs and support

  • Discover research opportunities across the IU Bloomington campus—and beyond. From summer experiences to year‑round projects, find opportunities that match your interests and goals.

  • Undergraduate Ï㽶ÊÓƵs can get involved in research starting from day one. Check out different first-year programs across campus and learn about the possibilities in all four years.

Mentorship and guidance

  • Students assemble electronics and prototypes at a laboratory workbench.

    Talk with trained undergraduate researchers who can help you get started, answer questions, and share what it’s really like to participate in research at IU.

  • Two people examine tree bark outdoors as part of a research activity.

    Faculty and graduate Ï㽶ÊÓƵs can guide the next generation of scholars by mentoring undergraduate researchers and supporting their academic and professional growth.

IU Bloomington

IU Undergraduate Research

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