Prospective Freshman Researchers
The Freshman Research Scholars program at Oklahoma State University provides an opportunity
for bright, ambitious students to extend their education beyond the classroom by engaging
in cutting-edge research under the guidance of innovative faculty researchers.
OSU understands that students who graduate without research experience have not taken
full advantage of all that a comprehensive research university has to offer, so OSU
leads the way in supporting undergraduate research in all fields of study.
By elevating their education with real hands-on research experience students in FRS
can distinguish themselves as leaders capable of contributing to the scholarly community
in ways that coursework alone cannot.
Such discovery learning complements a well-rounded course load by providing the critical
opportunity to apply fundamental skills.
Connections made through the Freshman Research Scholars Program often lead to rewarding
long-term relationships with like-minded students and faculty.
To apply, log in to your completed OSU application and you'll see a section titled,
"Consider Research." You'll find a link to apply for the Freshman Research Scholars
Program. If the link does not appear, please contact the Scholar Development Office
at schdev@okstate.edu or 405.744.7313 to request the link be sent directly to you.
The final deadline for applications is February 1.
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Undergraduate Research Beyond the First Year
Participants in FRS are uniquely prepared to take advantage of OSU’s extensive research
opportunities for undergraduates. Each year approximately forty of OSU’s most innovative
scholars are awarded $4,500 Lew Wentz Research Grants to conduct projects of their
own design.
Additionally, several other awards, such as the Niblack Research Scholars, are granted
to students in selected fields of study, making OSU a vibrant research community for
undergraduates.
Many of the students who participate in these programs continue to pursue successful
careers in academia with placement in top research institutions, while others choose
to take their experience into the private sector.