We’re excited to announce that the 2024 UCSB ARC application is now open!


Application Deadline: February 29, 2024

The Academic Research Consortium (ARC) Summer Program provides mentored research experiences in all disciplines to undergraduates at the junior level and graduate students at the Master's level who are seeking to gain experience and prepare for doctoral programs at UC Santa Barbara. ARC targets talented and motivated students from Hispanic-Serving Institutions in Southern California who can benefit from additional academic support and career development. 

LEARN MORE

Register for our Virtual Information Session!

DATE: Tuesday, January 23, 2024
TIME: 1:30-2:30 PM (PST) on ZOOM

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER

PROGRAM OFFERINGS
  • A 7-week summer research experience 
  • Summer program stipend
  • Housing accommodations: Non-UCSB students are accommodated in University Housing; UCSB students receive a housing stipend
  • Weekly academic enrichment and professional development workshops
  • Participation in an end-of-summer symposium to present research work
 

ARC Eligibility

The ARC program is open to any students who meets ALL of the following requirements:
  • U.S. citizens or permanent residents
  • AB540 students are eligible to apply
  • Enrolled at a Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI) in California
  • Completion of at least the junior year by June 2024, or be enrolled as a Master's student
  • Minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0

Priority Consideration
  • Groups underrepresented in higher education
  • Students from economically/educationally disadvantaged backgrounds
  • First generation to attend college
  • Non-traditional students
  • Individuals who have faced life challenges
 

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