Ronald H. Ruby Memorial Scholarship
This scholarship is intended to reward the most promising young physicists while also honoring Ron’s vision of providing greater access to quality college education.
Dean’s & Chancellor’s Undergraduate Research Awards
The annual research awards recognize excellence in demonstrated research and creativity among undergraduate students.
Steck Award
This award recognizes the most outstanding undergraduate research project chosen from recipients of the Chancellor’s Undergraduate Award.
Kathryn D. Sullivan Award in Earth & Marine Sciences
A merit-based award that encourages students pursuing degrees in disciplines related to Earth and marine sciences to gain real-world experience that builds scientific knowledge
*Undergraduate Research Database*
The UC Santa Cruz Undergraduate Research Database is designed to assist students with engaging in the world-class research accomplished here on campus or other programs or institutions.
Koret Undergraduate Research Scholarship
The Koret Scholarship provides funding for a variety of undergraduate research projects and experiences outside of their regular course schedule and in collaboration with faculty and graduate student mentors.
Science Testing Support
We provide exam accommodations for undergraduate students with documented disabilities from the Disability Resource Center (DRC) who are enrolled in undergraduate courses at the Division of Physical & Biological Sciences.
Society for the Advancement of Chicanos/Hispanics & Native Americans in Science (SACNAS)
Society of scientists dedicated to fostering the success of Hispanic/Chicano and Native American scientists—from college students to professionals—to attain advanced degrees, careers, and positions of leadership in science.
Research Affiliate for Diversity (RAD)
This program is geared for students in all STEM disciplines. Students can participate in the following: community events, study groups & tutoring, graduate school application support, and journal club.
California Alliance for Minority Participation (CAMP)
Statewide initiative that aims to support and retain underrepresented undergraduates to achieve their degrees in the biological sciences, physical sciences, mathematics, and engineering.
Math Placement Coach (ALEKS)
Math Placement is the first step in selecting and enrolling in your first UCSC undergraduate math course. Math placement using ALEKS PPL is a multi-stage process of assessment and improvement.
ACE Problem Solving Sessions
We are an academic support program dedicated to increasing the diversity of undergraduate STEM students. We offer problem solving sessions and peer mentoring to help you hurdle difficult science courses.