Many of our undergraduate students assist our world-renowned faculty on their research, or design and pursue their own independent research projects.
Graduate with Research Distinction
Students who are not honors students may graduate with Research Distinction by writing a thesis. A minimum GPA of 3.0 is required, and students must take at least 6 hours in Political Science 4998. Additional requirements and procedures are described on the ASC webpage. Make an appointment with your academic advisor to discuss graduating with Research Distinction.
Schedule a Consultation Appointment
Are you interested in undergraduate research, but don't know where to start? Review the Steps to Getting Started or contact UGResearchAdvising@osu.edu to inquire about introductory materials to get started in research as an undergraduate student. Once you have reviewed this material, you can set up an advising appointment to ask questions and get more specific information for your situation.
Additional Opportunities
Present at the Denman Undergraduate Research Forum
The annual Denman Undergraduate Research Forum provides an opportunity for undergraduate students to share their research with members and friends of the Ohio State community. Check the Denman Forum website for more information.
Summer Research Opportunities Program (SROP)
The Ohio State University has partnered with the Big Ten Academic Alliance to offer the Summer Research Opportunities Program (SROP) to minority undergraduate students who plan to pursue graduate school and research focused careers. The Program assigns mentors to each student as they work through an intensive research course load.
The schools in the Big Ten Academic Alliance work with one another to "advance their academic missions, generate unique opportunities for students and faculty, and serve the common good by sharing expertise, leveraging campus resources, and collaborating on innovative programs". The Program is funded by the Provosts of each member university.
To learn more, please visit the Big Ten Academic Alliance website.