National Conference on Undergraduate Research (NCUR)
National Conference on Undergraduate Research (NCUR)
NCUR 2027 is scheduled for April 12-14, 2027, at the DeVos Place Convention Center in Grand Rapids, MI. For more information about NCUR, please visit the NCUR website: NCUR website
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Abstract submissions open: September 9, 2026
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Abstract deadline: December 4, 2026
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Abstract decisions released and registration opens: January 13, 2027*
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Early bird Registration closes: January 29, 2027**
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Conference date: April 12-14, 2027
*Abstract acceptance decisions will be sent via email from NCUR over Winter Break. Please check your email for essential information from NCUR and OSCAR from January 13th-January 23rd, 2027.
**Once accepted, the OSCAR office will be purchasing student registrations. To have OSCAR cover your NCUR registration fee, you must notify OSCAR by January 27, 2027. OSCAR will not purchase registrations after January 29, 2027. Students who register after that date will be responsible for their own registration costs.
History of NCUR
NCUR is an interdisciplinary conference that focuses on completed, undergraduate-student-led research. Projects across all disciplines are welcomed, with numerous formats to showcase the nature of each work. In order to apply to NCUR, a student must have completed an undergraduate-led research or creative activity.
Why attend NCUR?
Attending and presenting at conferences as an undergraduate student holds many advantages for your future. It allows you to:
* Share your work with the academic community
* Engage in meaningful conversations and exchange views on current interests
* Enhance your communication skills and strengthen your resume
* Hone your relationship-building skills
Need assistance preparing your proposal, polishing your presentation, or building your presentation poster, consider an appointment with an OSCAR Peer Leader: https://oscar.gmu.edu/oscar-peer-leaders
Application
To apply for NCUR, undergraduate students will need to submit an abstract to NCUR’s website by the deadline date. For help polishing your application materials, consider an appointment with an OSCAR Peer Leader: https://oscar.gmu.edu/oscar-peer-leaders.
George Mason’s campus coordinator information:
Karen Lee
klee57@gmu.edu
Associate Director, Office of Student Creative Activities and Research
George Mason University
4400 University Drive, Fairfax, VA 22030
703-993-6203
Questions? Please contact OSCAR at oscar@gmu.edu.
Funding
OSCAR will provide funding for undergraduate students who apply, and are accepted:
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Reimbursement for up to $550 for university approved travel costs (airline, non-refundable ticket only, baggage fee, economy airport parking, and/or taxi or rideshare for business purposes). All costs up to $550 will need to be made upfront by the student and will be reimbursed after travel.
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OSCAR will pay for 2-nights in a hotel room (Monday, April 12th and Tuesday, April 13th only) sharing with 3 additional students.
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OSCAR will pay the NCUR conference registration fee.
If you wish for OSCAR to fund your registration, please do not pay for registration if prompted by NCUR. OSCAR will purchase group registration for accepted NCUR participants that notify OSCAR of their attendance.
Anyone using OSCAR funding must attend 2 pre-departure meeting dates.
If accepted and attending with OSCAR, please do not book and pay for a hotel under your name. The OSCAR department is reserving a block of rooms for students who inform us they are attending.
If you have any questions about funding, please contact us at oscar@gmu.edu.
Getting to NCUR
Students accepted to NCUR will receive assistance from the OSCAR office with selecting the most convenient and cost-effective flight options from Washington, D.C.-area airports to Grand Rapids.
If accepted, the OSCAR office will reimburse up to $550 for university approved travel costs. Please see the Funding tab for more information.