Office of Undergraduate Research

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Research is for All

The Office of Undergraduate Research at Cal Poly Pomona (OUR-CPP) was established in the Fall of 2013 to increase undergraduate student participation in research programs. Participation in research as an undergraduate has been proven to not only expand a student's academic experience at CPP but also improve retention and graduation rates.

New to Research?

How to Get Started in Research

Research occurs across campus and all majors can participate. Apply the knowledge you gain in the classroom and engage in learning experiences that broaden your perspectives and insights while helping to create new knowledge. You will have the opportunity to work on a team, improve your oral and written communication skills, and have a chance to discover what really interests you. Additionally, undergraduate research experiences will help you whether you want to get a job or go to graduate school after graduation. You will develop marketable skills such as time management, critical thinking, problem solving, and leadership. And you will meet faculty researchers and career professionals who can help open doors to future opportunities!

Start Your Research Journey

For Students

OUR Research Programs

The Office of Undergraduate Research is proud to host several research programs that allow students to gain hands-on experience, work with faculty, and receive mentor support.

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Achieve Scholars Program

ASP helps students in all majors connect to Peer and Faculty mentors to learn about research and career development opportunities.

STARS

STARS seeks to engage STEM undergrads from CPP, Mt. SAC, and Citrus College to engage in a research experience and related wrap-around services, such as workshops, advising and more!

ENGAGE

ENGAGE aims to provide broad access to undergraduate research for historically underserved students by creating a flexible model of engagement while also supporting student success.

Emerging Scholars Program

ESP is an initiative for early career students, that target freshman, sophomores, and first-year transfer students. Our goal is to immerse students in research during a one semester period, through workshops, advising, and community engagement.

Visit Us

Drop by our office at Building 1, Room 113 from 9 am to 4 pm on Mondays - Fridays.

Email

Trying to get in contact? Email us at our@cpp.edu.

Events

Interested in research related events? Check out our events page!