FAQs
Frequently Asked Application Questions for Students
Do I need to know which faculty member/research mentor I would like to work with?
No! If you are accepted, Studio Lab will pair you with a research mentor. You may indicate if you would like to work with someone, but this is not required.
Who are the research mentors?
Most of our research mentors are faculty at the Â鶹ÊÓƵ. Faculty submit applications to Studio Lab with proposed research projects on which you can work. Some of our research mentors are professional researchers at the Institutes of Behavioral Science. We also have a few Ph.D. candidates who serve as research mentors. Because mentors must also apply, the specific set of mentors and research projects changes with each application cycle.
Do I need to know what kind of research I am interested in?
No! The application will ask about your research interests so that we can pair you with a researhc mentor and project if you are accepted, but you do not need to have very specific research interests. Our main requirement is that you show enthusiasm for working with a mentor on research.
Do I need prior research experience?
No! We prioritize enthusiasm for conducting research with a mentor. No prior experience is required.
When is the best time to participate in Studio Lab during my undergraduate studies?
Anytime is a good time to apply to be part of Studio Lab! We are designed to provide experience and training in conducting academic research in the College of Arts & Sciences. The best time will depend on the individual student and their circumstances. Often, your sophmore or junior year is a good time to participate. We accept most students in the spring for the upcoming academic year. A few students may be accepted mid-year to participate in only the spring semester.
Can I do my Studio Lab work remotely?
Yes, as long as this is acceptable for the research mentor to whom you are assigned.
How many hours am I expected to work for Studio Lab?
We give students a guideline of working on their Studio lab work for about 5 hours a week for 15 weeks of the semester.
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