Applications are reviewed under 5 areas. Points are awarded based on how well the application addresses each area. A higher score denotes a more successful application. You may find it helpful to review these criteria as you plan your application. For additional information, please see the UROP home page.

  • 4 points: The topic is recognized as substantial by people who are knowledgeable in the field. The proposal provides either in the problem identified, the methodology employed, or the mode of interpretation, a recognizable contribution to the field.
  • 3 points: The topic is recognized as appropriate by people who are knowledgeable in the field. the proposal provides either in the problem identified, the methodology employed, or the mode of interpretation, a limited contribution to the field.
  • 2 points: The topic is recognized as minor by people who are knowledgeable in the field. The proposal provides either in the problem identified, the methodology employed, or the mode of interpretation, little contribution to the field.
  • 1 point: The topic is recognized as trivial by people who are knowledgeable in the field. The proposal provides either in the problem identified, the methodology employed, or the mode of interpretation, no recognizable contribution to the field.