OVERVIEW
The Transfer Research Entry Program supports eligible incoming transfer students interested in pursuing undergraduate research opportunities in life sciences, physical sciences, social sciences, and engineering. The goals of the program are to (1) provide mentoring and essential academic survival skills for transfer students (2) educate transfer students about undergraduate research opportunities and career paths in research and (3) assist transfer students with identifying research opportunities.
Course Dates: Winter Quarter
FUNDING
- * May be eligible for a $300 stipend upon completion of the RES PRC 97XC “Pathways to Undergraduate Research for Science Majors.” * Scholarships are awarded through the UCLA Financial Aid Office (if you are receiving financial aid, your package may be adjusted to ensure you do not exceed your financial need) WEBSITE
For detailed program description and eligibility requirements, see below.
ELIGIBILITY
To participate in the Transfer Research Entry Program, students must have financial aid eligibility and meet the following criteria:
* Incoming transfer student
*Enroll in RES PRC 97XC “Pathways to Undergraduate Research for Science Majors” in Winter Term
* Have at least two years remaining at UCLA
* Interested in undergraduate research
* Considering a career path that includes research
BENEFITS
Program participants will enroll in RES PRC 97XC “Pathways to Undergraduate Research for Science Majors” an intensive research entry course for TREP students in Winter term. In this course, transfer students will:
* Develop critical academic survival skills to successfully transition to UCLA
* Learn about undergraduate research opportunities
* Participate in activities and discussion to explore areas of research interests
* Create a cover letter and curriculum vitae
* Learn how to apply to and interview for research positions
* Explore careers and learn about transferable research skills
* Determine if research is a career path of interest
* Network and connect with other incoming transfer students
OPTIONS AFTER COMPLETION OF COURSE
- Work on faculty-led or student-initiated research projects.
- Present research at UCLA’s Undergraduate Research and Creativity Showcase during UCLA’s Undergraduate Research Week.
- Apply to research scholarship programs through the Undergraduate Research Centers or other campus scholarship programs.
APPLICATION
- Opens: August 21, 2026, at 9:00 a.m. PST
- Closes: October 1, 2026, at 11:59 p.m. PST
CONTACT
trep@college.ucla.edu
BEFORE YOU APPLY: Check to see if you can participate in the entire program for Winter Quarter All participants must attend the program for its entire duration.
Review the program’s eligibility requirements. No exceptions are made with regards to the basic eligibility requirements.
To participate in the Transfer Research Entry Program, students must have financial aid eligibility and meet the following criteria:
* Incoming transfer student
*Enroll in RES PRC 97XC “Pathways to Undergraduate Research for Science Majors” in Winter Term
* Have at least two years remaining at UCLA
* Interested in undergraduate research
* Considering a career path that includes research
APPLICATION
You can access the application via the BAM portal.
CONTACT
trep@college.ucla.edu