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  • This award is mainly for undergraduates who are traveling to academic and professional conferences for research presentations
  • Travel to other events in which students will present or co-present original research or creative works 
  • We do not provide supplemental funding for research that involves travel. However, students who are traveling to conduct research are encouraged to apply for USP research funding.
  • We do not provide travel scholarships for study abroad, although students who wish to engage in a significant, independent research project abroad are encouraged to apply for the USP research award.
  • Awards can be used to pay registration for virtual conferences that do not require travel. Funding will be for the actual cost of registration and other allowable expenses.

  • Must present or co-present original research or creative works 
  • Povide an abstract or project description of research/presenation
  • Proof of acceptance from the conference or event
  • Faculty/mentor approval 
  • Enrolled full-time, at undergraduate status during time of travel* 

  • Part-time students or recent graduates who have an opportunity to present on research conducted as an undergraduate may be considered on a case-by-case basis, and should obtain prior approval from the Program Director. 
  • Please contact the USP office directly for details. 

  • Complete travel grant application form on USP's online application portal 
  • Applicants will need to provide proof of acceptance in order to be considered for funding.
  • Incomplete applications will not be forwarded for review.

  • Applications for travel grants are accepted on a rolling basis.
  • Funding is awarded on a first-come-first-serve basis  
  • Submit application at least 4-5 weeks in advanced of trip.  
  • Earlier submissions are welcome, and may facilitate more timely disbursement of funding.  

  • USP will transfer travel award funding to your home/research department for disbursement. 
  • Work with your mentor and department to complete a Travel Authorization Form & associated documents prior to your travel. 
  • Students who receive USP travel awards are expected to abide by all applicable travel policies set forth by MSU and their home/research department.